Legal Secretary This position is not available to be performed in Colorado

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\u003cp\u003eAt Littler, we understand that workplace issues can\u0026rsquo;t wait. With access to more than 1,500 employment attorneys in over 80 offices around the world, our clients don\u0026rsquo;t have to. We aim to go beyond best practices, creating solutions that help clients navigate a complex business world. With deep experience and resources that are local, everywhere, a diverse team of the brightest minds, and powerful proprietary technology, we deliver groundbreaking innovation that prepares employers for what\u0026rsquo;s happening today, and what\u0026rsquo;s likely to happen tomorrow. Because at Littler, we\u0026rsquo;re fueled by ingenuity and inspired by you.\u003c/p\u003e
\u003cp\u003eRESPONSIBILITIES:\u003c/p\u003e
\u003cp\u003e* Prepares legal documents and/or general correspondence from handwritten, dictation, taped, oral, boiler plate or printed copy. Prepares court documents for service to opposing parties and filing documents in the office of the clerk of the court.\u003c/p\u003e
\u003cp\u003e* Drafts\\writes routine business correspondence as requested.\u003c/p\u003e
\u003cp\u003e* Maintains chronological files for each attorney as well as case\\client files.\u003c/p\u003e
\u003cp\u003e* Maintain attorney contact list through Outlook as well as calendar scheduling for court dates, meetings and travel arrangements.\u003c/p\u003e
\u003cp\u003e* Review and revise attorneys\u0026rsquo; timesheets, expense reports and pre-bills.\u003c/p\u003e
\u003cp\u003e* Actively maintain court docket and alert attorneys of deadlines.\u003c/p\u003e
\u003cp\u003e* Answer attorneys\u0026rsquo; telephone in a professional manner and to take appropriate messages when necessary.\u003c/p\u003e
\u003cp\u003e* Proactively seek guidance from other resources, i.e. attorneys or management when questions arise from clients or outside vendors.\u003c/p\u003e
\u003cp\u003e* Maintain a professional, calm and pleasant demeanor when speaking with clients.\u003c/p\u003e
\u003cp\u003e* Sound judgment and confidentiality is required\u003c/p\u003e
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\u003cp\u003eKNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES REQUIRED:\u003c/p\u003e
\u003cp\u003e* Five years of extensive litigation experience required\u003c/p\u003e
\u003cp\u003e* Experience in labor and employment law strongly preferred.\u003c/p\u003e
\u003cp\u003e* Strong written and verbal communication\u003c/p\u003e
\u003cp\u003e* Extensive knowledge of court rules, ECF procedures\u003c/p\u003e
\u003cp\u003e* Professional demeanor to be able to communicate with all levels of management, clients attorneys and staff.\u003c/p\u003e
\u003cp\u003e* Work occasionally requires a high level of mental effort when performing a high volume of administrative tasks and performing other essential duties.\u003c/p\u003e
\u003cp\u003e* Ability to work standard office equipment, including computer, copier, facsimile and telephone.\u003c/p\u003e
\u003cp\u003e* May require to work more than 40 hours per week to perform the essential duties.\u003c/p\u003e
\u003cp\u003e* Ability to sit for extended period of time in a minimum eight hour day in two or three hour increments.\u003c/p\u003e
\u003cp\u003e* Knowledge of MS Office, Outlook, Excel and PowerPoint.\u003c/p\u003e
\u003cp\u003e* Familiarity with document management applications a plus.\u003c/p\u003e
\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEMPLOYMENT WITH LITTLER MENDELSON:\u0026nbsp; \u003c/strong\u003eThe above statements are intended to describe the general nature of the job and do not represent that all such duties will be performed by all individuals who hold the job.\u0026nbsp; The list of duties is not exhaustive in that incumbents may be assigned other duties in addition to those shown.\u0026nbsp; All employees of the firm are expected to:\u003c/p\u003e
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\u003cli\u003ePromote positive work habits, including effective and timely communication, teamwork and respect for co-workers.\u003c/li\u003e
\u003cli\u003eProvide constructive guidance to other employees and representatives of third parties who do business with the firm.\u003c/li\u003e
\u003cli\u003eComply with safe work practices, including the use of safe work procedures, maintenance of a safe working area, and the use of safety equipment.\u003c/li\u003e
\u003cli\u003eContribute to providing the highest quality of products and services to clients.\u003c/li\u003e
\u003cli\u003eUnderstand and appropriately apply the firm\u0026rsquo;s practices and procedures.\u003c/li\u003e
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\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSCOPE OF JOB DESCRIPTION AND MODIFICATIONS:\u0026nbsp; \u003c/strong\u003eThis job description does not limit the tasks that an employee may reasonably be requested to perform.\u0026nbsp; Substantive changes to this job description may be necessary to meet the changing business needs of the firm.\u0026nbsp; Any substantive revisions to this job description require approval.\u0026nbsp; Notwithstanding this Position Description, all Littler Mendelson employees are at-will employees \u0026ndash; each may resign at any time and for any reason, and the firm is free to terminate the employee at any time, with or without cause and with or without notice.\u003c/p\u003e
\u003cp\u003e* EMPLOYMENT WITH LITTLER MENDELSON: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature of the job and do not represent that all such duties will be performed by all individuals who hold the job. The list of duties is not exhaustive in that incumbents may be assigned other duties in addition to those shown. All employees of the firm are expected to:\u003c/p\u003e
\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e
\u003cp\u003e* Promote positive work habits, including effective and timely communication, teamwork and respect for co-workers.\u003c/p\u003e
\u003cp\u003e* Provide constructive guidance to other employees and representatives of third parties who do business with the firm.\u003c/p\u003e
\u003cp\u003e* Comply with safe work practices, including the use of safe work procedures, maintenance of a safe working area, and the use of safety equipment.\u003c/p\u003e
\u003cp\u003e* Contribute to providing the highest quality of products and services to clients.\u003c/p\u003e
\u003cp\u003e* Understand and appropriately apply the firm\u0026rsquo;s practices and procedures.\u003c/p\u003e,EqualOpportunityEmployerDescription:null,PayTransparencyPolicyStatement:null,MatchScore:1.0,HasApplied:false,ApplicationJobBoardName:null,ApplicationJobBoardId:null,DateApplied:null,Salaried:false,CompensationAmount:null,PublishingStatus:1,Links:[],BehaviorCriteria:[{BehaviorId:27eaa19b-1cda-105f-2cb0-5deab0efef02,BehaviorName:Detail Oriented,BehaviorDescription:Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well,Required:false,IsArchived:false},{BehaviorId:db27a710-5129-b319-7f55-760111203125,BehaviorName:Loyal,BehaviorDescription:Shows firm and constant support to a cause,Required:false,IsArchived:false},{BehaviorId:2e8f3a61-a0b6-9bca-e678-20a5356ee3cc,BehaviorName:Team Player,BehaviorDescription:Works well as a member of a group,Required:false,IsArchived:false},{BehaviorId:7a388338-4424-228d-0989-f0092af30a17,BehaviorName:Dedicated,BehaviorDescription:Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity,Required:false,IsArchived:false}],MotivationCriteria:[{MotivationId:cb90d2d3-fae6-5f1f-adb5-cd8504d63379,MotivationName:Self-Starter,MotivationDescription:Inspired to perform without outside help,Required:false,IsArchived:false},{MotivationId:280c3dcf-7f19-ff9e-215e-858ac1a0f874,MotivationName:Work-Life Balance,MotivationDescription:Inspired to perform well by having ample time to pursue work and interests outside of work,Required:false,IsArchived:false},{MotivationId:e38ba251-b10e-4d8e-2bd8-8e2384904c44,MotivationName:Peer Recognition,MotivationDescription:Inspired to perform well by the praise of coworkers,Required:false,IsArchived:false},{MotivationId:921c3e00-2784-db8c-175f-8eeee30e317c,MotivationName:Goal Completion,MotivationDescription:Inspired to perform well by the completion of tasks,Required:false,IsArchived:false}],EducationCriteria:[],LicenseAndCertificationCriteria:[],SkillCriteria:[],WorkExperienceCriteria:[{Required:true,MinimumRequiredYears:5,MaximumRequiredYears:7,Description:5-7 years of litigation experience. }],JobBoardMemberships:[{JobBoardId:631c7b72-f9c7-4adf-9109-9967ce8334e4,PublishedInternal:false,PublishedExternal:true,ExternalPostedDate:2021-03-28T15:18:09.701Z,InternalPostedDate:null},{JobBoardId:76d99e9f-7bb5-47cb-86fd-8e60bb1fbf16,PublishedInternal:false,PublishedExternal:true,ExternalPostedDate:2021-03-28T15:18:09.701Z,InternalPostedDate:null}],AssessmentUri:null,AssessmentStatus:null,OpportunityIsClosed:false,TravelRequired:null,TravelDescription:null,SupervisorName:null,Assessments:[],ApplicationId:null,CompensationAnnualMinimum:null,CompensationAnnualMaximum:null,CompensationHourlyMinimum:null,CompensationHourlyMaximum:null,CompensationCurrency:null});

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Littler Mendelson P.C
Website : https://www.littler.com/