Legal Secretary - Medical Malpractice

Mayer LLPDallas, TexasOn-sitePart-timeMid level, 2–5 yearsListed 3 days ago

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About this role

At Mayer LLP, we believe in doing law differently — with collaboration, innovation and determination at the core. Founded by a team of experienced, entrepreneurial attorneys, we’ve built a firm where client interests come first and teamwork drives results. With a Southwest regional footprint spanning Texas, New Mexico and Arkansas and a breadth of practice areas including corporate & securities, litigation, real estate, tax, labor & employment, healthcare and immigration, we serve clients ranging from start-ups to Fortune 500 companies across industries. If you thrive in a dynamic, growth-minded environment where your contribution directly matters and you’ll work alongside skilled professionals focused on achieving business-driven legal solutions, Mayer is where you can make an impact.

Responsibilities

- Provide support to attorneys, including managing calendars, scheduling appointments, and coordinating meetings.

- Prepare and file legal documents, ensuring compliance with court rules and deadlines.

- Manage case files through document management system (iManage), maintaining organization and accuracy.

- Assist with document review, proofreading, and legal drafting to ensure high-quality submissions.

- Facilitate communication with clients, expert witnesses, and other parties involved in litigation while maintaining professional phone etiquette.

- Support project management efforts for ongoing cases, including tracking deadlines and deliverables.

- Coordinate and schedule depositions, hearings, and meetings

- Conduct legal research and gather relevant case information

- Coordinate and schedule meetings, conferences, and travel arrangements

- Maintain and organize client files and records

- Communicate with clients, opposing counsel, court personnel, and accounting in a professional manner

- Open new files and run conflicts

- Updating docket sheet or information sheet on the file

- Perform general clerical duties such as filing, scanning, and data entry

- Provide administrative support to attorneys and staff as needed

Experience

- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.

- Excellent writing skills for drafting correspondence and legal documents.

- Proficient in legal case management software such as iManage or similar.

- Experience with document review processes and familiarity with clerical tasks such as filing and transcription.

- Solid research skills to assist attorneys in preparing cases effectively.

- At least 2 years experience as a Legal Secretary/Assistant working on insurance defense cases. Medical Malpractice experience is not required and we are willing to train in this area.

- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail

- Strong communication and interpersonal skills

- Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite and legal software (will train on our specific tools)

- Knowledge of e-filing in state and federal courts

- Previous experience working as a legal secretary on the litigation defense side is highly preferred

- Knowledge of court rules and procedures

- Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information

Technology

Mayer LLP has implemented the following technology platforms:

- Westlaw

- Harvey AI

- Coyote

- PointOne

- iManage

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Compensation is commensurate with years of experience