About Wagstaff Law Firm
Wagstaff Law Firm is a national leader in Personal Injury and Mass Tort litigation, specializing in cases involving defective products and medications. We are committed to advocating for individuals harmed by these faulty products and holding the manufacturers accountable. Mass tort litigation empowers plaintiffs by giving them the collective strength to take on large corporations and pursue justice through group litigation.
At Wagstaff Law Firm, our success stems from our unwavering dedication to our clients and our community. Our team thrives on the satisfaction of helping victims get the justice they deserve, unifying our employees and creating an exceptional workplace culture. If you’re passionate about making a significant impact and contributing to a dynamic team, we invite you to join us in our mission.
Job Description
The Jr Litigation Manager is responsible for overseeing the management of litigation cases from initiation to resolution. This role involves managing a team of legal professionals and administrative staff to ensure the efficient and effective management of all aspects of the litigation process. You will collaborate with attorneys/paralegals/leads in the mass tort process, work closely with clients, develop client case specific proof required to sustain a claim, assist clients with understanding the litigation and claims resolution process, relay the advice and counsel of the attorneys to clients
Essential Job Functions:
- Manage the entire lifecycle of litigation cases, from intake to resolution, ensuring all deadlines are met and all necessary paperwork is filed.
- Conduct research and review case files to determine the best course of action and provide recommendations to attorneys.
- Coordinate and supervise the work of paralegals, legal assistants, and other support staff to ensure all tasks are completed accurately and on time.
- Utilize project management skills to manage multiple cases simultaneously, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines.
- Collaborate with attorneys to prepare for litigation, including researching relevant laws and drafting legal documents.
- Provide executive administrative support to attorneys, including managing schedules and coordinating travel arrangements.
- Write reports and other legal documents, ensuring accuracy and attention to detail.
Skills
- Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple cases simultaneously.
- Excellent data entry skills with attention to detail and accuracy.
- Experience with contract negotiation and review.
- Experience providing executive administrative support to attorneys.
- Excellent writing skills with the ability to draft legal documents.
- Strong clerical skills with the ability to manage complex case files.
- Strong proficiency with Excel
- HS Diploma required, AA or BA preferred
- Paralegal Certificate preferred
- Ability to work overtime as needed
