Legal Assistant

LHH US

Brookfield, WI

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JOB DETAILS

SALARY

$65,000–$85,000 Per Year

SKILLS

Administrative Skills, Attorney, Billing, Calendar Management, Case Management, Commercial Real Estate, Detail Oriented, Develop and Maintain Customers, Document Management, Expense Tracking, File Maintenance, Legal, Legal Documents, Legal Support Skills, Litigation, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Word, Multitasking, Organizational Skills, Real Estate, Schedule Development, Time Management, iManage

LOCATION

Brookfield, WI

POSTED

1 day ago

Legal Assistant - Real Estate & Litigation (Hybrid)

Location: Milwaukee, Wisconsin Schedule: Full-Time | Hybrid Salary: $65,000 - $85,000 annually

Overview

We are seeking an experienced Legal Assistant to support a dynamic legal team focused on commercial real estate transactions and litigation matters. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys working with attorneys who have varying workflows and support needs.

Key Responsibilities

Legal & Administrative Support

Draft, format, and proofread legal documents, including contracts, pleadings, and correspondence
Assist with e-filing in state and federal courts
Maintain organized document management systems (electronic and physical)

Real Estate & Litigation Support

Support commercial real estate transactions, including closing preparation and document coordination
Assist with litigation case management, including discovery and trial preparation
Monitor deadlines and ensure timely filings and deliverables

Calendar & Scheduling Management

Manage attorney calendars, meetings, depositions, and key deadlines
Balance competing priorities across multiple attorneys

Client & Team Collaboration

Communicate professionally with clients, court personnel, and internal teams
Collaborate with attorneys, paralegals, and legal support staff to ensure efficient workflow

Billing & Administrative Coordination

Assist with time entry, expense tracking, and billing review
Maintain accurate client files and records

Qualifications

3+ years of experience as a Legal Assistant
Experience supporting litigation or real estate practices preferred
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and document management systems (e.g., iManage)
Strong knowledge of court procedures, e-filing, and legal documentation
Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities
High level of professionalism, discretion, and attention to detail
Ability to adapt to varying attorney work styles (paper-heavy and fully digital environments)

Benefits

$65,000 - $85,000 annually - Competitive salary based on experience
Benefits package including health, dental, vision, and 401(k)

Pay Details: $65,000.00 to $85,000.00 per year

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Military connected talent encouraged to apply

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