Legal Secretary

Focused on employment and labor law since 1958, Jackson Lewis P.C.’s 1,000+ attorneys located in major cities nationwide consistently identify and respond to new ways workplace law intersects business. We help employers develop proactive strategies, strong policies and business-oriented solutions to cultivate high-functioning workforces that are engaged and stable, and share our clients’ goals to emphasize belonging and respect for the contributions of every employee.

The Firm is ranked in the First Tier nationally in the category of Labor and Employment Litigation, as well as in both Employment Law and Labor Law on behalf of Management, in the U.S. News - Best Lawyers® “Best Law Firms”. 

Job Summary (basic description)

The legal secretary will work with multiple attorneys providing a full range of support, including, but not limited to, preparation/revision of correspondence, pleadings and documents; calendar maintenance; various office and client filing and electronic transcription.

The successful candidate types at least 65+ wpm accurately, is a very organized multi-tasking, detail-oriented team player possessing at least 10 years recent litigation legal secretary experience (including electronic filing).

Essential Functions

• Engaged in the work of the attorney by demonstrating knowledge and status of current cases and projects, utilizing available resources in order to achieve.
• Provide support to up to five attorneys in employment law matters and backup support as needed.
• Answer phones and communicate with clients on a daily basis.
• Act as liaison between internal departments and outside agencies.
• Preparation/revision of correspondence, pleadings, documents and other clerical assignments as directed.
• Handle a wide variety of complex and confidential time-sensitive material.
• Run conflict checks and open new client engagements as requested.
• Maintain calendars, CLE, reports and time records.
• Book and organize travel arrangements including flights, hotels, transportation, make changes to reservations as needed.
• Maintain docketing for litigation attorneys.
• Transcribe electronic dictation and schedule depositions.
• Various office and client filing; proofreading documents.

Qualifications/Skills Required

• 3+ years’ experience as a legal secretary in a law firm
• Litigation experienced required
• The ability to learn, move in a fast-paced environment, stay organized, and learn new systems and skills quickly
• Must have a solid understanding of technical legal terminology as well as court filings.
• Experienced with trial preparation and briefs.
• Punctual with excellent attendance.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, as well as excellent proofreading skills.
• Ability to multi-task, and timely respond to deadlines as well as balance workload.
• Knowledge of Office 365, including Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work well in cooperative, small office environment and communicate with attorneys and support staff on every level.

Educational Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• 4 year college degree preferred.

This is a hybrid position, but the first 90 days of employment are required in-office. 

For Virginia, the expected salary range for this position is between $36.00 and $40. The actual compensation will be determined based on experience and other factors permitted by law.

Jackson Lewis offers a competitive benefits package that includes:

• Medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Flexible Spending and Health Savings Account
• Firm-paid holidays, vacation and sick time
• Employee assistance program and other firm benefits

We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, gender, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, marital status or any other characteristics protected by law.