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Legal Administrative Clerk Jobs in Lawrenceville, GA at Eraclides Gelman
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Job description
Eraclides Gelman, the largest Workers’ Compensation Defense firm in the Southeast, has an opening for a full-time Legal Administrative Clerk in our Lawrenceville office.
Position Summary:
The Legal Admin performs a variety of complex duties with limited supervision. The individual in this role primarily supports Associates with a General Liability background with an emphasis on insurance defense.
General Responsibilities:
Under attorney direction drafts and prepares correspondence and other written documents as required including responses, reports, filings, pleadings, answers, motions, interrogatories, contracts, opinions, position papers, letters, etc., and other documents as assigned.
Monitors, files, and escalates issues requiring attorney involvement. Performs timely handling of highly sensitive issues and materials related to the case.
Maintains calendar for trial and discovery deadlines. Obtains trial settings, coordinates, and assists in preparation.
Assist attorneys in all aspects of litigation, including but not limited to, digital dictation, scheduling, electronic filing, and maintaining files.
Reception and office management duties including, but not limited to: Answering and directing calls, greeting visitors, prepare rooms for meetings and events, manage office maintenance needs, sorting and receiving mail, maintaining inventory of office supplies and ordering when necessary, maintaining office equipment, handling basic office related inquiries.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Minimum of 2 years of prior experience as a legal assistant or paralegal. 5 years preferred. Experience or background in insurance defense and general liability preferred.
Requires critical thinking skills, superior communication and organizational skills, and the ability to work instrumentally.
Strong computer skills including, MS Word, Outlook and Excel. Knowledge and application of legal research systems, and tools.
Solid analytical and drafting skills.
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: Commensurate with experience
Benefits:
401(k) matching
Dental Insurance
Health insurance
Vision insurance
Paid time off
Schedule:
8-hour shift
Monday to Friday
This position requires the employee to be in office.
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Title: Legal Administrative Clerk
Company: Eraclides Gelman
Location: Lawrenceville, GA
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