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Litigation Legal Assistant
Milwaukee, WI

# Litigation Legal Assistant at Wilson Elser

Wilson Elser is a full-service and leading defense litigation law firm, founded in 1978 and ranked among the top 200 law firms identified by The American Lawyer and 53rd in The National Law Journal's survey of the nation's largest law firms. The firm’s Milwaukee office is currently seeking an experienced Litigation Legal Assistant.

## Qualifications

* Bachelor's degree or some college coursework strongly preferred
* Two years administrative experience in a litigation law firm
* Must have prior experience with litigation procedures and processes including e-filing
* Must have advanced technical skills in Microsoft Office and the ability to quickly learn additional software applications
* Strong organizational skills required as well as excellent attention to detail
* Ability to work well in a team environment
* Strong written and verbal communication skills

## Responsibilities

* Organize a large volume of documents by saving to various document management systems following specific naming protocols and using judgment to set up necessary files and sub-files
* Prepare, edit, format and proofread a variety of documents (e.g. correspondence, pleadings, discovery).
* Maintain calendars to track deadlines and status of cases, coordinates and schedules meetings, depositions, conference calls, and sends calendar invites and reminders
* Transcribe dictation
* Coordinate travel arrangements with firm-designated travel agency
* Manage timekeepers' expense reimbursements
* Manage client expense disbursements through software application, including corresponding with client and follow up
* Prepare correspondence to clients regarding monthly invoices for fees and disbursements, update internal systems accordingly
* File management including opening new matters and consolidating and organizing files at the close of the matter.
* Serve as backup receptionist
* E-file documents with courts
* Assist timekeepers with administrative tasks related to attorney compliance requirements and professional organizations
* Maintains confidential information in a professional and trustworthy manner
* Other duties as assigned

## Compensation and Benefits

The position is offered with a competitive salary and excellent benefits. Benefits include generous PTO plan, excellent growth and advancement opportunities, and corporate discount plans.

## Interested?

Wilson Elser is committed to both their clients and their employees. If you are interested in joining their team, please apply online or send your credentials to **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW*** and put “Milwaukee Legal Assistant” in the subject line.

Wilson Elser is an equal employment opportunity employer and does not discriminate or harass based on race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex, disability, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation or any other characteristic protected by the law.






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