Established legal firm in Huntsville has a need for an experienced litigation legal assistant.  This is a temporary position that has the possibility of becominig temp to hire.  M-F, 8am-5p, $23-27/hr, DOE. 
 
The primarily duties will be in the area of probate and estate planning, but will also work with evictions.  Duites include:

• Perform conflict checks; open and maintain client files, case files and organizational documents; and open/close files
• Review, proofread, format, and spellcheck documents
• File pleadings and other filings in district/state/federal court, as neeed
• Schedule and coordinate logistics for meetings, travel, and depositions
• Maintain calendars, including court deadlines and appearances
• Enter billable time and edit time and pre-bills
• Process expense reimbursements
• Answer incoming calls, respond to inquiries for information

 
Requirements include:

• Experience with all duties listed above
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, including understanding of transactional and litigation legal language and principles
• Proficiency with MS Office and related software
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, adn proactive
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment