Litigation Legal Assistant

Litigation Legal Assistant

Responsibilities and Duties

Document Preparation and Management

• Draft, revise, and proofread legal documents, including pleadings, motions, and related correspondence.

• File documents with courts and ensure compliance with filing requirements and deadlines.

• Maintain organized electronic and physical case files.

Case Management

• Assist in managing case calendars and attorney schedules.

• Monitor deadlines and ensure timely submission of legal documents.

• Coordinate exhibits, evidence, and materials for trials, hearings, and depositions.

Client and Witness Coordination

• Communicate with clients regarding case updates, meetings, and document requests.

• Schedule witness interviews, depositions, and related proceedings.

• Handle confidential and sensitive information with professionalism and discretion.

Qualifications and Skills

• Associate's degree in Paralegal Studies or a related field; Bachelor's degree preferred.

• Previous experience as a Legal Assistant or Legal Secretary, preferably supporting litigation practices.

• Familiarity with legal terminology, court procedures, and litigation documents.

• Strong organizational and multitasking skills with exceptional attention to detail.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) and legal research tools.

• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking abilities.

Job Type: Contract

Experience: Litigation Legal Assistant/Secretary experience preferred

Work Authorization: Must be authorized to work in the United States.

Pay Details: $50.00 to $85.00 per hour

Search managed by: Nicholas Romley

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Military connected talent encouraged to apply

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