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K&L Gates LLP is a global law firm comprising 1,800 lawyers who practice in 36 offices located on three continents. Our Spokane office offers corporate securities, mergers and acquisitions, general business law, labor and employment, commercial litigation, insurance coverage, and bankruptcy/insolvency legal services to a wide array of businesses.
The Spokane office is currently seeking a litigation secretary with at least five years experience to assist in the commercial litigation and bankruptcy/insolvency practice groups. Additional support for transaction practice attorneys may also be requested occasionally.
Summary of Responsibilities:
• Receiving and reviewing incoming documents; scheduling, docketing and calendaring dates
• Preparing, filing and serving pleadings and discovery
• Organizing and updating pleading books and indices
• Time entry in billing software
• Transcribing, preparing, editing, and finalizing pleadings and other legal documents
Requirements:
• Strong knowledge of both State and Federal (including bankruptcy) court filing rules and procedures (including e-filings)
• Excellent organization and communication skills
• Able to multitask efficiently and expeditiously in a fast-paced environment, while exercising sound judgment
• Team oriented approach to performance
• Positive, professional attitude and the willingness to work hard and proactively take on responsibility
• Advanced knowledge of Word, Excel, Outlook, computerized calendaring systems and other programs applicable to handling complex litigation matters
Preferred Qualifications:
• Bachelors degree or equivalent work experience preferred
• Previous experience with Elite time and billing software is a plus
• Familiarity with Lexis/Nexis file and serve
• Prior experience with Federal E-Filing policies and procedures
Interested applicants should apply with a resume and cover letter including salary requirements via our Administrative Careers website (http://klgates.com/careers/). Only those applications with salary requirements will be considered. Please note that relocation assistance is not available.
No phone calls or agencies, please. Location: Spokane
Compensation: DOE
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