Litigation Assistant

Overview

The organization is seeking a motivated, detail-oriented Litigation Assistant to support the litigation team in personal injury cases. This role works closely with attorneys and paralegals to help ensure efficient case management and trial preparation.

Responsibilities

• Document Preparation: Draft and prepare legal documents, including pleadings, discovery requests, and correspondence.
• Case File Management: Organize and maintain case files, ensuring documents are accurately filed and easily accessible.
• Discovery Support: Assist attorneys and paralegals with discovery by gathering and summarizing evidence, organizing responses, and creating discovery binders.
• Calendar Management: Maintain and monitor case calendars to ensure deadlines, appointments, and hearings are tracked and communicated to the legal team.
• Client Communication: Serve as a point of contact for clients, providing updates on case progress and assisting with client inquiries as needed.
• Trial Preparation: Assist with trial materials, including creating exhibits and organizing trial binders.
• Research Assistance: Conduct basic legal research as instructed and summarize findings for attorneys.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Law or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.
• Experience: Prior experience working in a Personal Injury Law Firm. Experience in a US Law Firm is a strong plus.
• Skills: Strong organizational skills and attention to detail; ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with a customer-service-oriented approach.
• Technical Proficiency: Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) and familiarity with legal research databases is preferred.
• Team Player: Collaborative attitude and willingness to support team members in a fast-paced environment.

Compensation & Benefits

• Hourly pay: $5–$6 an hour.

Location

Not specified.