Litigation Project Assistant

At Dinsmore, our strength comes from our people. With more than 750 attorneys across 30+ offices nationwide, we are dedicated to building a dynamic, client-focused Firm recognized for excellence. Together we work to build a strong market profile, highlighting our capabilities to clients and attracting talented attorneys and business professionals who seek a supportive environment where they can thrive. Discover how you can grow with us at www.dinsmore.com.


Dinsmore is seeking a Project Assistant at our Wheeling, WV location to support multiple attorneys in our litigation practice group.
Responsibilities
• Files, delivers and retrieves client documents as needed
• Answer questions concerning records and filings
• Keep records of materials filed or removed, using logbooks or computers
• Add new material to file records, and create new records as necessary
• Gathers materials to be filed from departments and employees
• Find and retrieve information from files in response to requests from attorneys or paralegals
• Place materials into storage receptacles, such as file cabinets, boxes, bins or drawers, according to classification and identification information
• Assign and record or stamp identification numbers or codes in order to index materials for filing
• Opening of client/matters for the department
• Handles billings and time entry for certain attorneys
• Handles most of the department maintenance in regards to file storage
• Assists the department with large projects, hand deliveries, and miscellaneous requests
Requirements
• Two years of assistant or paralegal experience
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office products (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Ability to maintain and manage databases and create reports
• Highly developed communication skills
• Self-starter and comfortable working in a fast-paced team/collaborative environment to problem-solve and implement process improvements
• Flexible and adaptive to a dynamic work environment


Equal Opportunity Employer