Legal Assistant SR

The Legal Assistant, Senior assists attorneys by performing legal work requiring comprehensive knowledge of legal procedures, methods, and terminology; trains, assigns and monitors the work of others and/or provides guidance to less experienced co-workers by performing the following duties.Responsibilities/Duties/Functions/TasksProvides on-the-job training to less experienced workersEnsures work is performed in a timely manner and in compliance with established policies and guidelinesResponds to employee’s questions regarding unusual, complex, or technical work-related mattersAssists attorneys with management of complex case files and pleadingsDrafts and/or dictates legal briefs, pleadings, correspondence, affidavits, and other legal documentsConducts research including statutes, ordinances, court decisions, and legal opinionsAttends depositions and hearings and reviews transcripts, as requiredReviews files, mail and complex legal documents to gather information and locate missing or incomplete recordsContacts clients, debtors, attorneys and courts for resolution of outstanding issues, further instructions, status updates, and additional information and documentationNegotiates settlements and sale or return of assets/collateral for attorney/client approvalOversees the preparation and assembly of evidence exhibits and other materials used in legal proceedingsMonitors client billings and prepares billing statementsCoordinates the service of subpoenas, notice of depositions, and other legal documents to witnesses and parties to actionForwards accounts to out-of-town counsel and serves as liaison between client and attorneyArranges for payment of court costs, local counsel fees, publications costs, etc.Performs data entry to update notes on accountMay take and process debtor paymentsMaintains current knowledge of general legal procedures, deadlines and procedures for appropriate documents, office equipment, and software in general use in the legal communityComplete all required training applicable to assigned positionAdditional duties as requested or requiredQualificationsAssociate's Degree and/or Paralegal certificate required4 years legal experience with comprehensive knowledge of relevant laws, legal/court procedures, and legal terminologyDemonstrated organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skillsProfessional demeanor with clients and co-workersExcellent oral and written communication skillsExcellent computer skills using Microsoft Office products with the ability to type 45 words per minuteCompensation And BenefitsThe expected compensation is $21.70 hr. - $26.79 hr. depending upon experiencePaid Time Off (PTO) - 16 days annually + 9 Company paid holidaysCompetitive benefits - Medical, Rx, Dental, Vision, 401(k), and Life and Disability Insurance. You can review our benefits at www.weltman.com/careers for more information.Promotional opportunities from within the FirmEmployee Perks available from Verizon, Car Dealerships, Local Movie Theaters, Theme Parks, etc.Positive office environment with regularly scheduled parties, contests, and community support initiativesOn site "Bistro To Go" vending and fresh foods availableFree parkingPhysical And Mental DemandsThe physical and mental demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to remain in a stationary position at a workstation. This position requires constant use of hands and fingers for typing and operating a computer and other office equipment. The employee must possess the ability to communicate information and ideas in writing and verbally. Occasional standing, walking, bending, and lifting of items weighing up to 15 pounds may be required. Close visual acuity is needed to read, analyze data, and view a computer terminal for extended periods.Work EnvironmentThis position operates in a professional office environment. It is representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. The employee will experience low to moderate noise levels and moderate interruptions. The workspace is well-lit and climate controlled.EEO Statement: Weltman is an equal opportunity employer.