Overview
This Legal Administrative Assistant role provides administrative support to Client Legal Services Attorneys in the Nevada office. The position involves managing data entry for pleadings, motions, and all trial, arbitration, and mediation correspondence. Responsibilities include calendar management, file maintenance, event coordination within case management systems, and communication with case parties and vendors to ensure quality client service.
Responsibilities
- Provide legal and administrative support to attorneys in the Nevada office
- Open and maintain new lawsuits with accurate setup and ongoing management in case management systems
- Coordinate and manage attorney calendars, including court dates, deadlines, depositions, hearings, and case management orders
- Prepare, draft, file, and serve pleadings and legal documents in both paper and electronic formats, including e-filing in Nevada courts
- Process and manage high volumes of electronic correspondence related to pleadings, filings, court communications, and case activity
- Serve as a primary point of contact for courts, opposing counsel, vendors, and internal stakeholders
- Organize, index, control versions, and maintain case files to ensure accuracy and compliance
- Draft routine correspondence and documents for attorney review and approval
- Monitor deadlines and procedural requirements to ensure timely and compliant filings
- Anticipate case and attorney needs, take ownership of assigned work, and collaborate effectively with team members
Requirements
- Prior exposure to legal, litigation, claims, or professional services environments through work experience, internships, or administrative roles
- Interest in or pursuit of legal knowledge and continuing education (e.g., coursework, certification, or prior law firm experience)
- Basic familiarity with legal documents and processes, including pleadings, filings, calendaring, and document management
- Knowledge of or experience with the Nevada legal system is strongly preferred
- Experience working in technology-driven environments with multiple systems and processes
- Ability to manage competing priorities and high-volume work while meeting deadlines
- Comfort working with electronic filing systems, document management tools, and large volumes of electronic correspondence (training provided)
- Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, initiative, and professional communication abilities
- Ability to adapt, work collaboratively, and maintain professionalism in a fast-paced and transformative environment
- Ability to work scheduled hours of 8:00am–5:30pm PST
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with Nevada court e-filing systems
- Prior legal administrative support experience
Compensation & Benefits
- Hourly pay range: $19 - $27, based on experience and qualifications
- Background investigation required for candidates offered the position
- Predictable schedules and flexibility supporting work-life balance
- Opportunities for professional growth and development
- Exposure to diverse legal challenges including regulatory compliance, risk assessment, and dispute resolution
Location
Additional Information
- This role does not include supervisory responsibilities.
- The employer does not sponsor individuals for employment-based visas for this position.
- Equal employment opportunity policies prohibit discrimination based on ancestry, age, color, disability, genetic information, gender identity or expression, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or other protected characteristics.
- Compliance with applicable state and federal employment laws is maintained.