Stoel Rives LLP has an immediate opening for a FAST Practice Assistant in our Anchorage office. This position is a Practice Assistant on the Firm Administrative Support Team (FAST) specializing in litigation and business support. This position reports to the FAST Supervisor.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/RESPONSIBILITIES
Legal Administrative Support
Prepare initial drafts/document shells of probate, tax, litigation, bankruptcy and agency pleadings from templates, including but not limited to requests for production/interrogatories, deposition notices, certificates of service, declarations, and notices of appearance; prepare transmittal letters; revise, format, finalize, file and serve pleadings; electronically file documents with federal, state and appellate courts in accordance with court rules and case procedures; pull documents from agency or court websites; provide coverage for practice assistant assignments during times of need, such as heavy workload and unplanned or planned absences; and compile and prepare exhibits.
Document Processing
Create, proofread, label, redact and revise documents, spreadsheets, presentations, charts, forms and templates; keyboard a variety of documents from audio files, handwritten drafts or notes; apply track changes, formatting, automatic numbering and styles; prepare tables of contents and tables of authorities; compare documents and produce redline comparisons.
Editing
Proofread and edit documents for punctuation, spelling, consistency, sense, accuracy, proper wording, legal citation style, format and outline; and manually compare documents word-for-word.
General Administrative Support
Enter and process data including timesheets, approval forms, expenses, vendor invoices, new business intake and conflicts, docketing, continuing legal education credit tracking, contact databases and distribution lists; prepare transmittal, engagement and conflict waiver letters; photocopy, scan, fax, print and organize documents; distribute internal mail and documents; file management and maintenance (hard copy and electronic); retrieve documents from document management system and hard copy files; prepare and maintain notebooks; prepare closing binders; prepare compliance reports to state bar associations; and transmit voluminous electronic documents via secure file sharing website.
Teamwork
Accurate and consistent tracking and reporting of work assignments through ticketing system; communicate and collaborate with team regarding workload and availability provide coverage for FAST members during times of need, such as heavy workload and unplanned or planned absences; produce consistently accurate and high-quality work product to Firm and department service level standards; and contribute to improvements in efficiency and quality of work; create and update knowledge articles; and provide training and mentoring to fellow FAST members.
Other duties as assigned.
ESSENTIAL CAPABILITIES
Keep personally identifiable information, personal health information and attorney/client privileged information confidential; comply with Firm policies and ethics rules; prioritize daily responsibilities and special projects and readjust as priorities change; coordinate resources to meet deadlines; perform multiple tasks in a high-pressure, fast-paced environment; maintain a calm, courteous, and professional demeanor at all times; be a constant-learner, flexible, proactive, efficient and resourceful; take initiative, and follow through; solve problems; work independently and in an interactive team environment; have prompt, regular, and predictable attendance; have strong organizational, grammar, and proofreading skills; pay attention to detail; have outstanding interpersonal and client service skills; have clear, effective, and professional verbal and written communication skills; and be proficient and fluent in reading, writing, and verbal communication in English.
Technical Skills
Accurately type 50+ wpm
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
Intermediate proficiency in Adobe Acrobat, iManage, Forte, iManage, Express Scribe, Chrome River, Carpe Diem, Intapp, BOX, Litera Compare, Metadata Assistant and InterAction
Federal electronic court filing experience
Familiarity with Bluebook legal citation format
Physical/Mental Capabilities
Operate a telephone, personal computer; read and comprehend handwritten and typed notes or instructions; type on a computer keyboard in a sitting or standing position for extended periods of time during a 7.5‑hour workday; learn and effectively use Firm style and software applications; and accurately proofread documents.
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
High school diploma or equivalent required. At least four years of experience providing legal administrative support, preferably in the area of litigation, bankruptcy and/or tax law. Strong preference for electronic court filing experience in a variety of jurisdictions and knowledge of federal court procedures. Certificate or college degree in administrative assistant, legal assistant/secretary, or paralegal program, or related field in lieu of one year of work experience. Bachelor’s degree in a related field in lieu of two years of experience.
NORMAL WORK HOURS
This is a remote position and non-exempt. Regular office hours are 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. Overtime may be required on occasion.
How You Will Live Life Well at Stoel Rives: Compensation, Benefits, and More!
The pay range for this position is $59,000 - $98,000; however, the base compensation presented to a candidate may vary based on skills and overall experience. This salary range is based on market location.
In addition to base compensation, Stoel Rives has a total rewards program that includes an annual discretionary bonus and rich benefits offerings. For example, our benefits offerings include paid family & medical leave, competitive PTO, and remote work options. We offer competitive and robust medical, dental, vision, life long-term disability, AD&D, EAP, FSA and Voluntary Life, ADD, and LTC options. We also provide a generous firm-contributed health savings account, a pre-tax transportation/parking plan including an employer monthly subsidy of $100 for individuals who work 3+ days/week in the office, and an annual contribution into the employee’s retirement plan.
Stoel Rives places a high priority on attracting and retaining lawyers and business professionals with different backgrounds and life experiences. This makes us better and happier as people, as an organization, and as legal advisers. We are proud to offer many engagement opportunities including a firmwide DE&I Committee, Associates Committee, Pro Bono Committee, Affinity Groups, and Parenting Circle.
We proudly partner with Diversity Lab to implement innovative programs to advance Stoel Rives’ DE&I goals, including the aggressive metrics-based goals we’ve adopted as one of five founding Move the Needle firms. Our efforts with Diversity Lab include certification under the Mansfield Rule, to boost the representation of diverse lawyers in our firm’s leadership by broadening the pool of candidates considered for opportunities. Additional information on these programs, can be found here.