Description
Want to LOVE where you work and get full training to do it?
Jacoby & Meyers is the nation’s pre-eminent law firm protecting consumers since 1972. We are currently seeking a smart and determined litigation assistant to join our growing team. At Jacoby & Meyers, every single employee gets to make an impact. Our values guide the way we work with each other. It’s a culture where you have the freedom to experiment and push your talents as far as they can go.
Job Title: Litigation Calendaring Assistant
Type of Position: FULL TIME
Hours: M-F flexible
Job Description:
Core duties and responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
- Prepare ancillary documents for Summons & Complaints and send out for filing
- Track service of process with OnCall on Summons & Complaints as well as subpoenas
- Send initial letter with questionnaire and make intro call to client
- Knowledgeable in filing documents in various counties
- Review mail and calendar relevant dates, including, but not limited to: depositions, IMEs, and Motions
- Resolve calendar conflicts
- Prepare responses/objections to DME notices & schedule nurse observers
- Prepare Deposition Notices (defendants and experts), Inspection Demands, and 998s
- Prepare and send out deposition notices and subpoenas for third party witnesses
- Coordinate deposition dates for all depositions with defense counsel
- Meet with Attorney to review calendaring on a weekly basis
- Talk to Court Clerk when necessary (e.g., obtain motion dates, answer questions regarding court procedures)
- Set-up Court Call
- OnCall filing, primary for all filings with OnCall
Qualifications:
- Very well organized
- Good follow-up and follow through
- Strong communication skills
Education and/or Experience:
Bachelor’s Degree from a 4 year university
Computer Skills:
To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of Internet software; Spreadsheet software and Word Processing software.
What We Offer:
- Medical, Dental, Vision and Pet Insurance
- Company-paid Life Insurance and AD&D Coverage
- Voluntary Life Insurance
- Short-term and Long-term Disability
- Employee Assistance and Travel Assistance Programs
- Paid Time Off, Paid Sick Time, Paid Holidays
- Health FSA and Dependent Care FSA
- Accident Insurance
- Commuter Transportation Incentive
- Flexible Hours
- Fully-paid parking
- 401(k) with Company Match
- Learning and Development Programs
- Remote Positions
About J&M:
Jacoby & Meyers was founded in 1972 with the intention of making the legal system more accessible to the average person. Now, more than 45 years later, we continue to help people get the justice and compensation they deserve. Specializing in all types of accident claims, including automobile, motorcycle, bicycle, Uber/Lyft, or trucking accidents, slip and falls, dog bites, construction accidents and other wrongful conduct, the attorneys at Jacoby & Meyers have recovered over a billion dollars for their clients’ personal injury and wrongful death claims caused by the negligence of a third party.
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Jacoby & Meyers is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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