Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Holland & Hart LLP is a law firm seeking a Legal Document Technician for its remote Legal Document Services team. The role prepares, revises, formats, proofreads, transcribes, and e-files legal documents while troubleshooting document issues and coordinating with remote teammates and project stakeholders.
Responsibilities
- Prepares, revises and formats legal documents using various software applications and according to project instructions. Proofreads revisions and formatting changes
- Converts documents from one file format to another, ensuring that converted documents are set up in firm templates, formatted properly and proofread against the originals
- Performs advanced legal document functions such as Table of Contents, Table of Authorities, bookmarking, cross-referencing, hyperlinking, and redlining
- Transcribes digital audio files to create written transcripts of recorded information
- Proofreads documents for spelling, grammar, language usage and punctuation
- Prepares documents for e-filing as needed and according to project instructions. E-files documents in federal and Colorado state court
- Reviews project-related emails, forms, and project entries in the department’s electronic project-tracking software to ensure instructions are understood. Follows up with project originator regarding any questions and with updates should circumstances change
- Diagnoses and troubleshoots problem documents and shares solutions and workarounds with colleagues
- Maintains contact and communication with fellow remote teammates regarding projects and workflow via Microsoft Teams and/or Outlook
- Perform additional duties and tasks assigned, demonstrating flexibility and a commitment to supporting the firm’s overall objectives
Skills
- High school diploma or GED/equivalent required
- Three (3) + years' related legal experience required
- Knowledge of common legal document processes and practice-specific document tasks obtained through education and/or experience
- Advanced legal software competencies, including Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Adobe Acrobat, iManage, OmniPage Pro, Best Authority and Workshare Compare
- Ability to analyze and troubleshoot document problems and provide solutions or workarounds as needed
- Proficiency in e-filing in various courts at the federal level and within the state of Colorado
- Ability to type a minimum of 60 wpm
- Ability to operate digital transcription equipment
- Excellent grammar, language and proofreading skills
- Ability to multitask, work effectively under pressure, and meet project deadlines while providing an excellent work product
- Excellent written and oral communication skills in order to facilitate project workflow and teamwork within the department, and to interact effectively with colleagues at all levels of the firm
Benefits
- Fully remote position
- A 37.5-hour scheduled work week for most staff employees
- A robust wellness program
- Generous PTO and holiday pay for eligible employees
- Medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, EAP, STD, and LTD benefits for full-time employees eligible on the date of hire
- Voluntary supplemental life, accident, critical illness, and long-term care insurances
- A 401(k) retirement plan with a company match
- Programs that may provide educational assistance
- Free or discounted legal services
- Opportunities through the Holland & Hart Foundation to participate in volunteer activities
- A discretionary bonus may be available based upon performance
- Part-time employees may have access to some benefits, which may be on a pro-rated basis
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