Legal Practice Assistant

Job Details: Job Location: GREENVILLE

• Greenville, SC, Salary Range: Undisclosed, Title Legal Practice Assistant Department Intellectual Property FLSA Status Non
• Exempt Reports To: Summary The candidate will be responsible for administrative case management and litigation support of the Intellectual Property Practice group. Essential Job Functions Opening new files and closing of old files Submitting invoices (from foreign associates, etc.) to accounting for processing and billing, and continued progress follow-up as needed Entering and finalizing attorney time into Aderant and/or reviewing prebills for final invoice processing Preparing and sending daily deadlines to attorneys and paralegals Updating files Submitting expense reports for attorneys Processing associate dues and renewals Other legal/administrative support in particular unbillable tasks Necessary Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills and the ability to work successfully with multiple team members, interacting with employees at all levels of the organization. Competent to handle a variety of activities with attention to detail and quality, with the ability to follow through and follow up, and adapt to quickly meet changing deadlines and priorities. Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite applications, including Word, Excel, and Outlook. Ability to complete multiple tasks and a high volume of work on short deadlines and follow through on assigned tasks with limited supervision. Retain a high level of flexibility and resourceful problem solving. Exceptional verbal and written communication skills. Ability to handle sensitive information with the highest degree of integrity and confidentiality. Educational and Experience Requirements High School diploma Prior Legal Practice Assistant experience required Prior Intellectual Property experience required. Work Environment and Physical Demands In office position Ability to work extended hours when necessary. Normal office environment; no unusual physical demands. Qualifications: