The Role
Provide litigation and practice-group support by entering and maintaining client/matter data, performing database searches, compiling and coding documents for discovery, assisting with docketing and billing information, preparing template documents with document-assembly tools, linking digital files, and supporting trial setup and onsite needs as required.
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Job Summary & Responsibilities Preferred QualificationsHigh school diploma or general education degree (GED); and minimum two years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite and database usage.
Assists in special project work for practice group.
Demonstrates an in depth understanding of the functionality of various databases and/or system(s) used to perform daily tasks.
Analyzes, enters and maintains client/matter and subject/case matter information into databases according to legal team, practice group or department procedures.
Reviews, maintains, and performs database and other system searches to locate and retrieve documents and information.
Assists with compiling, reviewing, summarizing, and coding pertinent documents for litigation and discovery projects.
Sets-up client files for complex projects throughout the practice group, including documents to be used for litigation activities such as depositions, productions, and/or trial exhibits.
May participate in preparation of physical set up of trial materials, exhibit sets and supplies to be used during trial; may also provide onsite trial support in the form of preparation of materials needed in court, retrieval of documents and files from internal/external systems.
May participate in preparation of physical set up of trial materials, exhibit sets and supplies to be used during trial; may also provide onsite trial support in the form of preparation of materials needed in court, retrieval of documents and files from internal/external systems.
Assists with daily docketing activities such as calendaring dates, de-docketing dates, creating new database records, and preparing docket reports, as instructed by legal teams.
Provides information necessary to meet client-billing requirements to billing & collections team members (client matter numbers, contact info, budget information, etc.)
Processes vendor invoices (local counsel, expert witness, third-party vendors).
Processes vendor invoices (local counsel, expert witness, third-party vendors).
Prepares routine/template documents utilizing document assembly software (e.g., HotDocs) and data from case management systems and other resources.
Modifies electronic data files to create files for specific database applications.
Links images and other digital files to database records.
May assist on paper and/or electronic data collection projects.
May upload data and documents to client-owned databases.
May communicate with clients, other counsel or outside parties to request or provide information under the direction of attorney, other timekeeper and/or supervisor.
Skills Required
- Demonstrated understanding of database and case management system functionality
- Experience analyzing, entering, and maintaining client/matter information in databases
- Experience compiling, reviewing, summarizing, and coding documents for litigation and discovery
- Experience with docketing activities including calendaring and preparing docket reports
- High school diploma or GED
- Minimum two years related experience and/or training (or equivalent)
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
- Proficiency with document assembly software (e.g., HotDocs) and general database usage
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The Company
What We Do
Shook, Hardy & Bacon is a prominent trial and litigation firm serving health, science, and technology companies. The firm is known for its expertise in complex legal issues, including class actions, mass torts, and product liability. With a commitment to diversity, inclusion, and professional development, Shook provides comprehensive legal services and trial advocacy, helping clients navigate high-stakes legal challenges through a science-based approach to litigation.
