Litigation Legal Assistant

Overview

A nationwide law firm with offices on the east and west coasts is seeking a Litigation Legal Assistant to provide comprehensive administrative and litigation support to attorneys. The role involves managing case files, court filings, calendars, and daily office operations in a fast-paced litigation environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and file legal documents with courts and agencies before deadlines, including electronic and manual filings.
• File, organize, scan, copy, and distribute legal documents, correspondence, and mailings promptly.
• Schedule and coordinate court appearances, depositions, hearings, mediations, and other meetings.
• Maintain multiple calendars and agendas, monitor deadlines, and provide timely reminders to attorneys and staff.
• Assist with internal events, client meetings, and trial or hearing preparation as needed.
• Support attorneys with research projects and other case-related tasks.
• Register attorneys for conferences, speaking engagements, and webinars.
• Maintain and update contact databases and generate reports as requested.
• Prepare and calendar motions and related pleadings.
• Perform additional duties and special projects as assigned by management.

Requirements

• Minimum of three (3) years of experience as a legal assistant, legal secretary, or paralegal, preferably in litigation.
• Strong familiarity with legal documents, court procedures, and litigation terminology.
• Working knowledge of litigation management and document management software.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Adobe Acrobat.
• Exceptional organizational, planning, and attention-to-detail skills.
• Ability to manage confidential information and prioritize tasks to meet deadlines.
• Ability to work collaboratively with attorneys, colleagues, and external clients.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Professional and courteous demeanor with strong interpersonal skills.
• Superior written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to handle multiple directives in a fast-paced environment and adjust priorities as needed.
• Commitment to continuous learning and professional development.

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary range: $65,000 - $90,000, determined by education, experience, internal equity, and other job-related factors.
• Benefits include comprehensive health, vision, and dental insurance; life and disability insurance; 401(k) retirement savings; paid time off; and holidays.

Additional Information

• This position may occasionally require more than 40 hours per week to perform essential duties.
• The job description is subject to periodic updates and may evolve over time.
• The employer is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion and encourages applications from candidates of all backgrounds.
• Employment decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and business needs without regard to protected status.
• Qualified applicants must be able to perform essential duties with or without reasonable accommodations.