Job Description

Taft is seeking a Legal Assistant to support our Litigation practice group in Taft’s Columbus office.

We are seeking a legal assistant with 2+ years’ experience to support a team of 3-4 attorneys in varied practice groups ranging from white collar criminal defense, litigation, and healthcare. All Taft employees operate under a “Client First” philosophy—in all things, we seek to provide exceptional services to our clients.

Duties & Responsibilities

Responds to requests with a sense of urgency; prioritizes work, monitors deadlines, and communicates the same to the assigned team.
Composes or prepares documents and in/out correspondence for extremely high-volume practice(s).
Transcribes dictation for heavy end user attorneys.
Enters and reviews time charges for multiple attorneys.
Creates, maintains, and retires files in accordance with internal policies.
Dockets time sensitive dates per attorney’s specific requests.
Assist with trial preparation including but not limited to formation of exhibit binders and coordinating depositions.
Assist in managing client contacts, emails, and print documents as well as processing mail.
Processes invoices for client disbursements and firm expenses for payment.
File documents with courts as needed; maintain pleading file index
Assist with work-related travel arrangements and submits receipts for same.
Performs other administrative/clerical duties as assigned.

Requirements

Excellent proofreading and writing skills.
Must demonstrate a high degree of professionalism, credibility, and personal effectiveness.
Excellent organizational skills.
Ability to multi-task and prioritize responsibilities in a high-volume setting.
Thoroughness and strong attention to detail.
Ability to collaborate well with colleagues and work effectively as a team.
Must be flexible and dependable.
Ability to maintain client confidentiality.
High school diploma or GED required.
At least two years of related experience in a law firm preferred (litigation experience preferred).
Experience supporting multiple attorneys/supervisors preferred.
Proficiency in iManage preferred.
Experience working in Microsoft Office required.

Interested candidates should apply here.

Taft is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The information in this posting presents general duties, tasks, and responsibilities but is not intended to be an exhaustive listing. Taft Stettinius & Hollister LLP participates in E-VERIFY.

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