Administrative Skills, Attorney, Billing, Calendar Management, Communication Skills, Detail Oriented, Documentation, Expense Tracking, File Maintenance, Legal, Legal Documents, Legal Support Skills, Litigation, Microsoft Office, Multitasking, Organizational Skills, Practice Management Software, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Proofreading, Time Management, Writing Skills
Litigation Legal Assistant
LHH Recruitment Solutions is partnering with a respected law firm to hire a Litigation Legal Assistant to support attorneys in a busy and fast-paced litigation practice. This is a great opportunity for a legal professional who is highly organized, detail-oriented, and experienced in managing litigation workflows from pre-filing through trial.
The ideal candidate will have strong administrative and legal support skills, excellent communication abilities, and a proactive approach to managing deadlines and case documentation.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare, format, and proofread legal documents including pleadings, motions, discovery responses, and correspondence
- Manage attorney calendars, schedule meetings, and coordinate court deadlines
- Assist with electronic filing in state and federal courts
- Organize and maintain case files, exhibits, and trial preparation materials
- Communicate with clients, court personnel, and opposing counsel
- Support attorneys with billing, time entry, and expense tracking
- Handle confidential information with discretion and professionalism
Required Qualifications
- Prior experience as a litigation legal assistant in a law firm setting
- Strong understanding of litigation procedures and court rules
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and legal practice management software
- Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Experience supporting attorneys through all phases of litigation