Steptoe LLP, a Washington, DC-based Am Law 100 law firm, is seeking a Paralegal, to be based in the firm's Complex Litigation Support Center in Rockville, Maryland. The Paralegal will assist attorneys with complex civil litigation document and workflow procedures.
Responsibilities
Review documents in a custom-built database in order to extract information and input the same into the database
Maintain measured workflow expectations
Serve as backup receptionist when necessary. Coordinate reception coverage
May be responsible for preparing travel and check request documents
May be responsible for updating various Steptoe office lists and logs
May be responsible for keeping all vendor information up to date
May be responsible for coding and sending all A/P invoices to DC office for payment
May assist Administrative Attorney with maintenance of all administrative files
May assist with keeping inventory and orders all office forms (taxi vouchers, messenger and overnight delivery - UPS, Federal Express, and Overnight Express)
May assist with coding and sending all A/P invoices to DC office for payment
Assists Administrative Attorney with maintenance of all administrative files
May Learn MMSEA filing req, executive quarterly filing, and update database Medicare fields as needed
Research and resolve issues with invoicing
Complete other duties as assigned
Qualifications
Facility with computer applications
Customer service
Communication skills
Four-year degree
Success Factors Excellent attention to detail
Ability to exercise discretion and sound judgment in carrying out responsibilities of the job
Strong initiative
Organizational skills
Ability to multi-task
Team player
Demonstrated strong, professional customer service skills
Working knowledge (hands-on) of Microsoft Office Applications (i.e. Outlook, Word, Excel) and must remain current on all Steptoe software where it affects the responsibilities of the position
Ability to organize and prioritize numerous tasks and projects and complete them under time constraints
Demonstrated strong writing and editing skills
Interpersonal skills necessary in order to communicate with a diverse group of clients, attorneys, staff, and vendors, and to provide information with ordinary courtesy and tact, while safeguarding confidentiality
Work Environment
Non-smoking environment
Must be able to work under tight deadlines and in stressful situations
Available to work in the office 9:00am - 5:30pm Monday through Friday
The anticipated salary for this position is $40,059 . The actual base salary offered will be dependent upon the applicant's experience and qualifications, as well as other job-related factors, including but not limited to, relevant skills, education, certifications or other professional licenses held, and if applicable, geographic location. Steptoe offers a full range of benefits for you and your eligible dependents. Benefits currently include: medical, dental, vision, life, disability, dependent care, health care flexible spending accounts, 401K Plan, Profit-Sharing, Paid Time-Off and a robust Wellness Program. Steptoe LLP is an equal opportunity employer EOE/AA/Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, mental or physical disability, genetic information, or any basis proscribed by applicable statutes.
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