Litigation Assistant – Calendaring
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Jacoby & Meyers
US
Summary
The Litigation Assistant is responsible for managing team calendars, tracking statute of limitation deadlines, and preparing discovery notices. They also coordinate depositions, expert witnesses, and court reporters while ensuring strict compliance with scheduled appointments.
Job Description
Litigation Assistant – Calendaring Job Description
Do you want to LOVE where you work and get full training to do it?
Jacoby & Meyers is the nation's preeminent law firm protecting consumers since 1972. We are currently seeking a smart and determined Litigation Assistant – Calendaring to join our growing team. At Jacoby & Meyers, every single employee gets to make an impact. Our values guide the way we work with each other. It's a culture where you have the freedom to experiment and push your talents as far as they can go.
Job Title: Litigation Assistant – Calendaring
Type of Position: Full Time
Location: Fully Remote
Pay: $21/hr- $32/hr
Job Description:
Core duties and responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned:
● Track Statute of Limitation deadlines
● Generate a daily/weekly report with results for all assigned tasks
● Prepare/send documents for filing through attorney service & track service of process
● Manage team calendar
● Calendar mail
● Prepare/respond to a variety of discovery notices: depositions, defense medical examinations, inspection demands
● Coordinate depositions and expert depositions with defense counsel
● Coordinate nurse observers & court reporters/videographers for DMEs, depositions and trial
● Strict compliance with schedule of assigned appointments
● Use of Firm's software (training will be provided) for data entry of new clients
● Scan the documentation needed for the case and save it into the Firm's system
Requirements:
● At least 3 years of civil litigation experience
● Very well organized
● Bachelor’s degree
● Good and consistent follow-up skills
● Excellent verbal and written communication skills
● Ability to handle large volume of cases and multiple cases at a time
● Ability to work well independently and in a team setting
● Paralegal Certification is a plus
● Knowledge of internet software, spreadsheet software and word processing software
● Prior experience with Google Suite is a plus
What We Offer:
● Flexible Schedules
● Medical, Dental, Vision and Pet Insurance
● 401(k) with Company Match
● Company-paid Life Insurance and AD&D Coverage, Voluntary Life Insurance
● Short-term and Long-term Disability
● Employee Assistance and Travel Assistance Programs
● Paid Time Off, Paid Sick Time, Paid Holidays
● Health FSA and Dependent Care FSA
● Accident Insurance
● Commuter Transportation Incentive
● Cell Phone and Internet Stipend
● Fully paid parking
● Learning and Development Programs
● Voluntary Critical Illness Insurance
● Remote Positions
About J&M:
Jacoby & Meyers was founded in 1972 with the intention of making the legal system more accessible to the average person. Now, more than 50 years later, we continue to help people get the justice and compensation they deserve. Specializing in all types of accident claims, including automobile, motorcycle, bicycle, Uber/Lyft, or trucking accidents, slip and falls, dog bites, construction accidents and other wrongful conduct, the attorneys at Jacoby & Meyers have recovered over a billion dollars for their clients' personal injury and wrongful death claims caused by the negligence of a third party.
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Jacoby & Meyers is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Jacoby & Meyers, recognized as a pioneer of consumer legal services reform, is America's leading full-service consumer law firm, helping clients and families obtain assistance in the U.S. legal system. It is Jacoby & Meyers' goal to make lawyers and the legal system more accessible and affordable for every American. Since its inception in 1972, Jacoby & Meyers has grown to become the largest, best known and one of the most innovative law firms in the U.S. with over 130 offices and attorneys available to practice in all 50 U.S. states. For more information on the Jacoby & Meyers law firm, go to www.jacobymeyers.com.
Founded
1972
Company size
51-200 employees
Industry
Law Practice
Org type
Partnership
Headquarters
Dothan, AL