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We are currently seeking a smart and capable Litigation Assistant to join our talented team. At Ed Bernstein Injury Lawyers, every single employee gets to make an impact. Our values guide the way we work with each other. It's a culture where you have the freedom to experiment and push your talents as far as they can go.
Job Title: Litigation Assistant
Type of Position: Full Time
Location: Las Vegas, NV Monday - Friday: 8:30am - 5pm - this is a hybrid position. T&TH in office.
Pay:$21 - $32 an hour
**Must be bilingual in Spanish
Job Description:
Our Senior Litigation Attorney is looking for a Legal Secretary to work in our Personal Injury Litigation Department. Candidates will be involved in all phases of litigation from complaint to settlement/trial. Assists Attorney and other legal personnel of administrative and clerical work using knowledge of legal procedures.
Core duties and responsibilities include the following.
Track Statute of Limitation deadlines
Perform background research in preparation for filing complaints (TLO, DMV Research, Private Investigators, etc.)
Prepare ancillary documents to file complaints (Summons, Civil Case Cover Sheet, jury fees.
Send for service of all Defendants after filing comes back from court
Superior Court websites to obtain case/docket information
Manage team calendar
Schedule remote appearances and motion hearings for attorneys
Calendar and save mail.
Ensure that consistent naming system is followed when saving documents to files
Send various documents to clients for review and signature via DocuSign or courier service.
Mail out documents via USPS Mail and Certified Return Receipt as needed.
Maintain, organize and sort all files/send for shredding/closing files
Scanning documents/old files prepare for shredding.
Propound initial discovery on all Parties.
At the direction of attorneys, prepare and send supplemental discovery.
Escalate issues (motions) to the attorneys in litigation.
Send deposition transcripts to clients for review and signature.
Request electronic copy of deposition transcripts
When deposition transcripts come in, obtain digital copy of transcripts and save to file.
Provide status update to medical providers as needed (form/call).
Monthly Review cases to see if we got discovery responses and send letters to defense counsel following up on our initial discovery if no discovery responses are received.
Handle client relations and coordinate deposition/discovery completion dates with clients.
Assist litigation attorney with any necessary tasks.
Requirements:
Very well organized
Good and consistent follow up skills
Bachelors Degree
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Ability to handle large volume of cases and multiple cases at a time
Ability to work well independently and in a team setting
Paralegal Certification is a plus
Knowledge of internet software, spreadsheet software and word processing software
Prior experience with Google Suite is a plus
What We Offer:
Flexible Schedules
Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
Company-paid Life Insurance and AD&D Coverage
Voluntary Life Insurance, Short-term and Long-term Disability
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
Health FSA and Dependent Care FSA
Voluntary Accident, Cancer, Hospital Insurance
Free Employee Parking
401(k) with Company Match
Learning and Development Programs
REQUIRED: Resume, Pay Expectation
Ed Bernstein Injury Lawyers is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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