Job Description Job Description Wilson Elser’s Birmingham office is seeking a Legal Administrative Assistant. This is an excellent opportunity for legal professionals who are interested in gaining fast-paced professional experience with a national law firm. The Firm Wilson Elser is a full-service and leading defense litigation law firm that faithfully serves our clients with more than 1100 attorneys, across 44 offices across the United States. Founded in 1978, we rank among the top 200 law firms identified by The American Lawyer and 43rd in The National Law Journal's survey of the nation's largest law firms. The Position Qualifications •Must have a minimum of 5 years’ experience in a law firm or professional office setting •Previous insurance defense litigation experience is a plus •Must possess strong, clear and effective verbal and written communication skills •Strong computer skills with proficiency in MS Office Suite and document management systems •Familiarity with legal documents, docketing, and litigation procedures is a plus •Ability to work independently as well as part of a team, supporting the office and attorneys •Must be able to multitask and successfully manage a variety of demands daily •Must have exceptional organizational skills, attention to detail and a strong ability to prioritize •Ability to sit at a desk and utilize a computer for the duration of shift •Ability to lift up to 20 pounds Responsibilities •Answer telephone calls, take messages as needed •Receive incoming court E-filings, save to document management system and circulate to appropriate recipient teams •Copy, scan and print requests •Process vendor invoices and check requests •Calendar deadlines and implement organizational tools to ensure deadlines are met •Assist attorneys with email/correspondence ; draft letters and documents •Maintain case lists •Open new client matters •Manage documents and organize electronic case files •Respond timely to all inquiries and communications •Provide general administrative and clerical support as directed •Other administrative tasks 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 focused on its commitment to both their clients and you Please consider joining our team by sending your credentials to Careerswilsonelser.com and putting "Birmingham Legal Administrative 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. Company Description Wilson Elser is a full-service and leading defense litigation law firm that faithfully serves our clients with more than 1100 attorneys, across 44 offices across the United States. Founded in 1978, we rank among the top 200 law firms identified by The American Lawyer and 43rd in The National Law Journal's survey of the nation's largest law firms. With a full-service office in London and a network of affiliate firms in France, Germany and Mexico, Wilson Elser routinely provides legal advice and representation throughout the world. While Wilson Elser's heritage and primary focus is insurance defense, it increasingly has expanded into the corporate and transactional realms in order to better serve its clients. Along these lines, the firm currently has a broad range of practice areas, members of which will often work on multidisciplinary and/or multijurisdictional teams in order to identify sound, comprehensive and innovative solutions to complex legal issues. Company Description Wilson Elser is a full-service and leading defense litigation law firm that faithfully serves our clients with more than 1100 attorneys, across 44 offices across the United States. Founded in 1978, we rank among the top 200 law firms identified by The American Lawyer and 43rd in The National Law Journal's survey of the nation's largest law firms. With a full-service office in London and a network of affiliate firms in France, Germany and Mexico, Wilson Elser routinely provides legal advice and representation throughout the world. \r\n\r\nWhile Wilson Elser's heritage and primary focus is insurance defense, it increasingly has expanded into the corporate and transactional realms in order to better serve its clients. Along these lines, the firm currently has a broad range of practice areas, members of which will often work on multidisciplinary and/or multijurisdictional teams in order to identify sound, comprehensive and innovative solutions to complex legal issues.