Legal istant/Paralegal Job - (West Hartford, CT)

Position summary Performs a broad complement of duties, including secretarial support and general office administration, in support of attorneys with a very busy litigation docket. Provide daily office support to igned attorney(s) including opening mail, answering phone(s), docketing all dates in Firm calendars and tape transcription ist with preparation and filing of correspondence and pleadings for various jurisdictions. Organize and file all file materials, including closing files and submitting closed files Schedule depositions and meetings, order court reporters ist attorneys in exhibit preparation for depositions Make travel arrangements for attorneys, clients and others Time entry for partners Handle client billing for attorneys Track and submit necessary forms to various state agencies Follow up on accounts receivable Maintain office supply inventory including placing orders Maintain office checkbook, backup tapes, office vacation calendar, mail pickup and drop off schedule, and brochures