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Escalation Response Specialist IV Jobs in New York, NY at Centene
About the Role:
Seeking an experienced Litigation Practice Assistant to provide high-level administrative and legal support to partners, associates, and paralegals. This hybrid role requires in-depth knowledge of Florida civil litigation procedures, exceptional organizational skills, and the flexibility to work occasional overtime.
Key Responsibilities:
Calendar Management: Track and manage critical litigation deadlines (discovery, court dates, hearings), ensuring timely compliance with state and federal rules.
Court & Client Coordination: Liaise with courts to confirm hearings, obtain dockets, clarify e-filing protocols, and communicate with adjusters/clients as needed.
Document Preparation & E-Filing: Draft pleadings, motions, discovery requests/responses, and correspondence. Prepare and e-file legal documents across multiple jurisdictions.
Trial & Hearing Support: Assist attorneys with trial preparation, including organizing exhibits, witness lists, and trial binders.
File Management: Open/close client matters, maintain organized digital files in iManage, and associate emails, court filings, and documents appropriately.
Administrative Support: Schedule meetings/conference calls, transcribe dictation, process expense reports, review invoices, and convert/edit documents (PDF/Word).
Qualifications:
Minimum 5 years of litigation legal assistant experience, with expertise in Florida state and federal court procedures.
Proficiency in e-filing systems, MS Office Suite, Adobe Acrobat, iManage (or similar DMS), and Outlook.
Strong attention to detail, with excellent proofreading, communication, and time-management skills.
Ability to prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment and work occasional extended hours.
Preferred Attributes:
Self-motivated team player with a proactive approach to problem-solving.
Familiarity with billing software and expense reporting processes.
Job Types: Full-time, Contract
Pay: $55,000.00 – $70,000.00 per year
Benefits:
401(k)
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance
Schedule:
Monday to Friday
Experience:
Legal Assistant: 5 years (Required)
civil litigation: 3 years (Required)
Ability to Commute:
Miami, FL 33134 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
Miami, FL 33134: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
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Title: Escalation Response Specialist IV
Company: Centene
Location: New York, NY
