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Description

• Provide litigation, administrative, and research support for the work of NSP attorneys • Type, prepare, proofread, format, and cite-check legal and other documents such as briefs, motions, declarations, discovery requests and responses, and correspondence • Provide logistical, administrative, and document management support for hearings and trials • Review and organize documents related to Freedom of Information Act requests and discovery • Draft, edit, and prepare affidavits, Freedom of Information Act requests, and other legal or public education documents • Arrange for service of legal documents; prepare and serve discovery documents; research court rules and procedures • Handle general administrative duties including processing invoices, tracking expenses and case costs, preparing expense reports, scheduling meetings, ordering supplies, etc. • Handle calendaring and travel arrangements for project staff as assigned • Maintain and ensure accuracy of case files, attorneys’ correspondence files, and internal litigation tracking systems including case summaries and databases, docket, and calendar of litigation deadlines and court dates • Provide administrative support for managers’ review of applications for open positions • Work jointly with interns and communicate routine and/or procedural guidance on projects assigned by managers • Work on special projects and other duties as assigned by the Deputy Project Director or Project Director

Requirements

• Strong administrative, organizational, and time-management skills • Solid proofreading, research, and writing skills • Demonstrated self-starter, highly organized, and detail oriented • Adept at managing multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, e.g., Outlook, Word, Excel, etc. and have experience with internet research • Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as within a team while maintaining a high level of efficiency • Bachelor’s degree or two years of directly relevant legal or administrative experience • Experience with litigation support is preferred

Benefits

• Time away to focus on the things that matter with a generous paid-time off policy • Focus on your well-being with comprehensive healthcare benefits (including medical, dental and vision coverage, parental leave, gender affirming care & fertility treatment) • Plan for your retirement with 401k plan and employer match • We support employee growth and development through annual professional development funds, internal professional development programs and workshops