Legal Staff Assistant (Temporary) at Wilson Elser

Wilson Elser is a leading defense litigation law firm with more than 1300 attorneys in 43 offices throughout the United States. Founded in 1978 we rank among the top 100 law firms identified by The American Lawyer and 36 in the National Law Journals survey of the nations largest law firms. Were also Mansfield Certified Plus.Our firm is committed to attracting and retaining professionals who value each other and the service we provide by embracing Teamwork Collaboration Client Service and Innovation. If you are a motivated professional looking for a long-term fit where you can grow in a role and will be valued and empowered then we invite you to apply to our Legal Staff Assistantposition in our StamfordOffice.This position is a temporary position that is expected to permanent after a 6 - 12 week time period.The PositionResponsibilitiesAnswer telephone and direct callsGreet office visitorsMaintain a neat and professional reception areaPrepare conference rooms for meetingsReceive and sort mail deliveriesE-file court filings in State and Federal courts in this and other jurisdictionsNavigate on the Court websites and Docketing (MILANA)Schedule conferences depositions motion hearings and meetings and maintain attorney calendarsOpen new matters / process matters for closingCreate DropboxProvide general secretarial administrative and clerical support as neededCopy scan and print requestsQualificationsExperience in a law firm settingKnowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Word Outlook Excel) and Kofax PDF or similar programExcellent organizational skillsAbility to work in a fast-paced environmentExcellent typing skillsStrong written and verbal communication skillsStrong attention to detail and proofreading skillsProficient in Microsoft Office SuiteMust be able to lift legal size boxes of 10 - 20 poundsWhy Should You ApplyBenefits:Outstanding benefits package including 401k match and generous PTO planCareer Growth:Ample opportunities for professional development and advancementEmployee Perks:Access to corporate discount plans and other benefitsSalary Range: $55k-$75kWhy Should You ApplyBenefits:Outstanding benefits package including 401k match and generous PTO planCareer Growth:Ample opportunities for professional development and advancementEmployee Perks:Access to corporate discount plans and other benefitsWilson Elser welcomes submissions of candidates for our open positions exclusively from recruitment agencies with an active signed fee agreement who have been granted access to a position through our dedicated Recruitment Agency Portal. We are unable to consider submissions from recruitment agencies without a current (dated as of 7/1/2024) agreement in place. We appreciate your understanding. For collaboration inquiries or to establish an agreement please contact us at .Wilson Elser is committed to a collegial work environment in which all individuals are treated with respect and dignity. It is the Firms policy that employment will be based on merit qualifications and competence. Further employment decisions will be made without regard to an applicants race color age sex religion creed national origin ancestry citizenship marital status sexual orientation or preference gender identity physical or mental disability status as a victim of domestic violence sex offenses or stalking past or present service in the uniformed services or application or obligation to serve in the uniformed services or any other characteristic protected by law.Wilson Elser endeavors to make the Wilson Elser website accessible to any and all users. You may review our Accessibility Policy here.California Residents may review our CCPA notice for applicants and employees here.#ZRRequired Experience:Staff IC Key Skills Administrative Law,Intellectual Property,Employment Law,Advocacy,Legal Research,Contract Law,Criminal Cases,Legal procedures,Law,Legal Operations,Private Practice,Civil Litigation,Federal Courts,Labor Law,Arbitration Law Employment Type : Full-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1 Monthly Salary Salary: 55 - 75