We are looking for an experienced Legal Secretary to join our client's team on a contract basis in Hartford, Connecticut. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented individual with strong litigation experience who thrives in a dynamic and fast-paced environment. The position involves providing comprehensive administrative support to attorneys while ensuring efficient handling of legal processes and documentation. Responsibilities:• Manage legal documentation, including drafting, formatting, and proofreading correspondence, pleadings, and other materials.• Coordinate and maintain attorney calendars, ensuring deadlines and court dates are accurately tracked.• Handle e-filing processes for both state and federal courts, adhering to all relevant rules and procedures.• Conduct research and prepare legal documents in compliance with administrative requirements.• Communicate effectively with clients, court staff, and other legal professionals to facilitate case management.• Organize and maintain electronic and physical case files, ensuring accessibility and accuracy.• Provide dictation and transcription services to support attorneys in preparing legal documents.• Monitor and manage incoming correspondence, prioritizing urgent matters.• Assist attorneys in preparing for hearings, trials, and meetings by organizing necessary materials and schedules.

• At least three years of litigation experience in a legal support role. • Proven ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively in a fast-paced environment. • Proficiency in supporting multiple attorneys and managing competing deadlines. • Strong knowledge of court rules, calendaring, e-filing, and administrative procedures for state and federal courts. • Excellent communication, analytical, and organizational skills. • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office applications. • Familiarity with document management systems such as iManage is preferred. • Experience with dictation and transcription is a plus.

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Hartford, CT
onsite
Temporary
26.60 - 27.92 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an experienced Legal Secretary to join our client's team on a contract basis in Hartford, Connecticut. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented individual with strong litigation experience who thrives in a dynamic and fast-paced environment. The position involves providing comprehensive administrative support to attorneys while ensuring efficient handling of legal processes and documentation. Responsibilities:• Manage legal documentation, including drafting, formatting, and proofreading correspondence, pleadings, and other materials.• Coordinate and maintain attorney calendars, ensuring deadlines and court dates are accurately tracked.• Handle e-filing processes for both state and federal courts, adhering to all relevant rules and procedures.• Conduct research and prepare legal documents in compliance with administrative requirements.• Communicate effectively with clients, court staff, and other legal professionals to facilitate case management.• Organize and maintain electronic and physical case files, ensuring accessibility and accuracy.• Provide dictation and transcription services to support attorneys in preparing legal documents.• Monitor and manage incoming correspondence, prioritizing urgent matters.• Assist attorneys in preparing for hearings, trials, and meetings by organizing necessary materials and schedules.
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