Legal Support Specialist-Arizona Litigation

Overview

This role involves supporting litigation workflows in a high-volume, deadline-driven environment. The employer is seeking a Legal Support Specialist with deep experience in Arizona litigation who consistently produces precise, polished work under pressure.

This position supports legal administrative assistants, paralegals, attorneys, and other professional firm teams by performing highly detail-oriented tasks. As part of a centralized Legal Support Hub, the role provides exposure to a variety of litigation matters and opportunities to build subject-matter expertise in a collaborative, fast-paced setting.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, format, and proofread complex legal documents, including pleadings, discovery, and court filings
• File and serve documents in Arizona courts (state and federal), ensuring compliance with all rules and deadlines
• Create and manage tables of contents, tables of authorities, and document comparisons using specialized software
• Draft routine legal documents (e.g., proposed orders, subpoenas, summonses, civil cover sheets)
• Coordinate service of process and support case progression from filing through resolution
• Perform high-volume transcription, revisions, and document cleanup with a strong focus on accuracy
• Track and enter billable time
• Collaborate with attorneys, paralegals, and the Legal Support Hub to ensure timely, high-quality work product
• Maintain schedule flexibility during periods of high workload, in accordance with departmental and firm goals and policies, and perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience supporting litigation in a law firm environment with Arizona state and federal filings
• Strong command of legal formatting, proofreading, and document production standards
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)
• Experience with document management and time entry systems
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to manage competing priorities and meet tight deadlines with minimal supervision
• Strong communication skills and a proactive, team-oriented approach

Preferred Qualifications

• Demonstrated success producing accurate, polished work product with minimal revisions
• Experience supporting attorneys and teams with evolving priorities

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary: $80,000–$90,000/year
• Competitive base salary with annual merit increases
• On-the-spot monthly bonus program
• Workplace flexibility options
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer match and profit-sharing component
• Health, dental, and vision coverage with employer premium contribution
• Employer-paid group term life insurance
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Employee wellness program
• Employee assistance program
• Opportunities for professional development

Location

Remote (Arizona litigation). First month on site to build rapport.

Equal Opportunity

The employer is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applicants from all social, economic, and ethnic groups, as well as individuals with disabilities, to apply. Reasonable accommodation is available for assistance needed during the application or interview process.