Hicks Law Firm, PLLC is an AV rated law firm that practices civil litigation with an emphasis on insurance defense. The firm has an immediate opening in our Hattiesburg, MS office for a full-time litigation assistant/paralegal. This role supports attorneys through the performance of complex secretarial and administrative duties requiring knowledge of legal terminology and the legal process. This position requires exceptional secretarial and administrative skills, excellent organizational, client service and communication skills.
KEY CONTRIBUTIONS
- Prepare, edit, and proof briefs, motions, discovery, pleadings, memos, correspondence and other similar documents and reports
- Perform complex administrative duties requiring knowledge of legal terminology and legal processes
- File briefs, pleadings, and other filings in district/state/federal court
- Schedule and coordinate logistics for meetings, travel and depositions
- Maintain calendars including court deadlines and appearances
- Enter billable time and edit time and pre-bills as needed
- Answer incoming calls; prepare documents for shipment; and distribute mail
- Open and maintain client files, cases files and organizational documents
- Respond to inquiries for information
- Other responsibilities as needed
PREFERENCES
- Prefer two years of experience as a litigation legal secretary/assistant in a law firm or corporate legal department environment
- Associate's degree or equivalent combination of education, training and experience
- Knowledge of district, state and federal court and electronic filing procedures
- Proficient with Microsoft Word and ability to type 35+ wpm
- Highly organized, detail-orientated, proactive with a desire to take ownership
Balance competing priorities and work effectively in a fast-paced environment, exercising patience and professionalism during stressful situations
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $2,000.00 - $4,000.00 per month
Benefits:
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Schedule:
Work Location: In person
