Lieff Cabraser Heimann & Bernstein, LLP (“LCHB”), a national leader in plaintiffs’ class action and multidistrict litigation, has an open position in our New York office for a full-time and experienced word processor. We offer a 3-day, 30-hour work week with full benefits. Ideal candidate will have a minimum of 10 years' experience in a law firm or legal department. Must have E-Filing experience and be proficient in Microsoft Office Suite 2010. Must be self-motivated and able to work quickly, accurately, under tight deadlines, and oftentimes in a demanding and challenging environment. Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills. The successful candidate will be flexible with their schedule when necessary, and enjoy working closely with attorneys.
Skills required for this position:
Advanced skills in MS Office 2010 (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and ideally Visio and Publisher as well)
Familiarity with MacPac Templates and Macros
Prepare Tables of Contents (TOCs)
Mark Tables of Authorities (TOAs), both manually and with Best Authority
Create, edit, and format complex legal documents (pleadings for any and all states/courts)
Ability to research court requirements online
Knowledge of legal terminology and procedures
E-Filing experience a must (ECF, Pacer, and ideally a third-party service such as Lexis File & Serve)
Advanced Skill Level required in using Adobe Acrobat Pro X tools, including creating fillable forms and converting Adobe PDF documents to Microsoft Word
Transcription experience (both digital and analog)
FileSite (aka iManage) document management system experience
Time Entry experience a plus
Windows 7 experience
Typing 65 wpm
LCHB offers an exciting opportunity for the career-minded individual and a competitive salary/benefits package. Salary range of $72,000 - $75,000. Resumes to: Human Resources Director, Lieff Cabraser Heimann & Bernstein, LLP, 275 Battery St., 29th Fl., SF, CA 94111.
Proof of COVID-19 vaccination administered by a third party will be required as a condition of employment in accordance with applicable law. Such documentation should omit any medical information. Any record of vaccination will be maintained as confidential.
Lieff Cabraser Heimann & Bernstein, LLP is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to an environment of diversity and inclusion. Pursuant to the New York Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. For more information on our firm, please visit us at www.lieffcabraser.com.