Legal Practice Specialist - Litigation

McDermott Will & Emery, LLP

Substantive knowledge of general litigation
Solutions-focused litigation support
Managing case data and multi-jurisdictional filings
The Legal Practice Specialist performs a variety of administrative support tasks for the assigned attorneys within the Litigation Practice Group, including managing case data, coordinating multi-jurisdictional filings, and supporting trial preparation

Job Summary

  • The Legal Practice Specialist performs a variety of administrative support tasks for the assigned attorneys within the Litigation Practice Group, including managing case data, coordinating multi-jurisdictional filings, and supporting trial preparation.
  • This role requires substantive knowledge and understanding of General Litigation in a mid to large size law firm or corporation, including preparing and filing documents, acting as custodian of case documents, and managing trial support.
  • McDermott Will & Emery offers a firm where everyone belongs, enthusiasm for all perspectives, and support to feel your best and do your best, with generous compensation packages.

Matching Summary

The Legal Practice Specialist performs a variety of administrative support tasks for the assigned attorneys within the Litigation Practice Group, including managing case data, coordinating multi-jurisdictional filings, and supporting trial preparation.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Substantive knowledge of General Litigation
  • Solutions-focused litigation support
  • Managing case data and multi-jurisdictional filings
  • Supporting trial preparation and proceedings
  • Working knowledge of litigation support applications
  • Advanced working knowledge of current technology

Nice-to-have

  • Award-winning culture
  • Warmth and authenticity
  • Enthusiasm for all perspectives
  • Support for physical, emotional, mental, and financial health
  • Work-life balance

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree or related legal work experience
  • At least five (5) years of litigation experience
  • Proficient knowledge of PACER and CM/ECF
  • Proficient knowledge of court rules and civil procedures
  • Proficient knowledge of trial procedures

Work Rights

Not specified

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