Legal Assistant

Description

Job Description

• Work with trial attorneys on all phrases of trial
• Assist in preparation of document for court filings
• Engage in online research
• Contact court administrators and regulatory bodies as needed to fulfil job assignment
•  Act as a liaison with designated outside counsel and their paralegal staff and internally between departments
• Maintain Litigation files, review and prepare material for storage or disposal
• Accurately and consistently track and record all related billable and non-billable time
• Perform routine office duties such as photocopying, scanning, bundling of documents and other admin duties, as requested

Requirements

• O Level, A Level or Diploma in Law
• Min 2-3 years’ experience in a Litigation department
• Prior e-Litigation hands-on experience is required
• Meticulous, highly organized, deadline driven
• Independent, able to multi-task, IT savvy
• Ability to work effectively and professionally
• Excellent communication and writing skills
• Willingness to work overtime as needs of project dictate
• Immediate availability will have an advantage