Legal Staff Assistant

Wilson Elser is a leading defense litigation law firm with more than 1300 attorneys in 43 offices throughout the United States. Founded in 1978, we rank among the top 100 law firms identified by The American Lawyer and 36 in the National Law Journal’s survey of the nation’s largest law firms. We’re also Mansfield Certified Plus.

Our firm is committed to attracting and retaining professionals who value each other and the service we provide by embracing Teamwork, Collaboration, Client Service, and Innovation.  If you are a motivated professional looking for a long-term fit where you can grow in a role, and will be valued and empowered, then we invite you to apply to our Legal Staff Assistant position in our Dallas Office.

This position is on-site five days per week.

The Position

This is an excellent opportunity for legal professionals seeking to expand their careers who are interested in gaining fast-paced professional experience with a national law firm.

Key Responsibilities:

• 1+ years of office experience
• E-filing experience is a plus but not required
• High level of motivation with ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Ability to multitask, successfully manage and prioritize a variety of demands daily, and take direction from support staff and attorneys
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities
• Extremely detail-oriented and able to prioritize a heavy workload
• Effective oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills
• Proficiency in MS Office, including Outlook, Word and Excel
• Experience with databases and data entry a plus

Qualifications

• Provide general administrative and clerical support as directed
• Responsible for managing and sending client invoices and bill track pro.
• Monitor service notifications, download and save documents in iManage and circulate to team members as appropriate
• Process matters for closing
• Keep a tidy reception area, completing receptionist duties: including answering telephone and directing calls, greeting office visitors, and preparing conference rooms for meetings
• Manage and update data using Excel spreadsheets
• Other administrative tasks as assigned

Why Should You Apply? 

• Benefits: Outstanding benefits package, including 401k match and generous PTO plan
• Career Growth: Ample opportunities for professional development and advancement
• Employee Perks: Access to corporate discount plans and other benefits