Practice Assistant
Ballard Spahr is a renowned national law firm with more than 750 lawyers across 19 offices in the United States. They have an entry-level opportunity for a Practice Assistant in the San Francisco office, responsible for providing complex administrative support to Attorneys and staff on a legal team throughout the litigation life cycle.
Responsibilities
- Perform factual and legal research to assist with ongoing matters - everything from researching case law to reviewing and summarizing documents produced in discovery to investigating plaintiffs and their claims
- Monitor developing areas of law and prepare periodic updates for attorneys
- Play an active role in business development, including preparing for pitches and assisting with proposals
- Redact and finalize documents (electronic and paper) for production in discovery
- Maintain case files, databases, and documents
- Assist with preparation for depositions, hearings, and trials
- Develop familiarity with California and federal court systems
- Perform other duties as assigned
Skills
- A 4-year college degree
- Ability to prioritize, multitask, handle, and maintain confidential matters
- Intermediate level with Microsoft Office
- Excellent customer service skills
- Organizational skills
- Interpersonal skills
- Strong verbal and written communication abilities
- Self-motivated with a passion for continuous learning and problem-solving
- Uses analytical skills to interpret the issue at hand and develop applicable or appropriate recommendations and solutions
- Keen attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines independently
Benefits
- Ballard Spahr offers an excellent benefits package.
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