Wilson Elser's Milwaukee office currently seeks an experienced Litigation Legal Assistant. The FirmWilson Elser is a full-service and leading defense litigation law firm who faithfully serves our clients with more than 1000 attorneys, across 42 offices in the United States and one in London. Founded in 1978, we rank among the top 200 law firms identified by The American Lawyer and 53rd in The National Law Journal's survey of the nation's largest law firms. The Position Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or some college coursework strongly preferred
• Two years administrative experience in a litigation law firm
• Must have prior experience with litigation procedures and processes including e-filing
• Must have advanced technical skills in Microsoft Office and the ability to quickly learn additional software applications
• Strong organizational skills required as well as excellent attention to detail
• Ability to work well in a team environment
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

Responsibilities

• Organize a large volume of documents by saving to various document management systems following specific naming protocols and using judgment to set up necessary files and sub-files
• Prepare, edit, format and proofread a variety of documents (e.g. correspondence, pleadings, discovery).
• Maintain calendars to track deadlines and status of cases, coordinates and schedules meetings, depositions, conference calls, and sends calendar invites and reminders
• Transcribe dictation
• Coordinate travel arrangements with firm-designated travel agency
• Manage timekeepers' expense reimbursements
• Manage client expense disbursements through software application, including corresponding with client and follow up
• Prepare correspondence to clients regarding monthly invoices for fees and disbursements, update internal systems accordingly
• File management including opening new matters and consolidating and organizing files at the close of the matter.
• Serve as backup receptionist
• E-file documents with courts
• Assist timekeepers with administrative tasks related to attorney compliance requirements and professional organizations
• Maintains confidential information in a professional and trustworthy manner
• Other duties as assigned

Why Should You Apply?

• Excellent Benefits
• Generous PTO plan
• Excellent growth and advancement opportunities
• Corporate Discount Plans

Interested?Wilson Elser is a firm who focuses their commitment to both their clients and you! Please consider joining our team by applying online or sending your credentials to Careers@wilsonelser.com and putting "Milwaukee Legal Assistant" in the subject line.We believe in creating a work environment free of barriers and bias, where individual outlooks and talents are respected and valued. Our firm's policy is to ensure an equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment based on race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex, disability, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation or any other characteristic protected by the law.