Overview
We are seeking a detail-oriented Litigation Assistant to join our legal team. This vital role provides comprehensive support across various litigation matters, ensuring smooth case management and efficient legal processes. The ideal candidate will demonstrate exceptional organizational skills, a proactive attitude, and a strong understanding of legal procedures. As a Litigation Assistant, you will be instrumental in facilitating communication, managing legal documents, and supporting attorneys in preparing for trial and other legal proceedings. This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to develop your legal support expertise within a collaborative and fast-paced environment.
Duties
- Assist attorneys with case preparation by organizing and maintaining legal files.
- Draft, review, and proofread legal documents including pleadings, contracts, discovery requests, subpoenas, and correspondence with attention to accuracy and confidentiality
- Manage case calendars to ensure deadlines are met for filings, court appearances, depositions, and client meetings
- Support document review processes by indexing, coding, and summarizing case materials for efficient analysis
- Facilitate client communication through professional phone etiquette and written correspondence while maintaining strict confidentiality of sensitive information
- Coordinate with external parties such as courts, clients, witnesses, and experts to schedule interviews, depositions, and hearings while maintaining organized records of all interactions
Experience
- Paralegal experience or prior legal support experience in litigation settings is highly preferred
- Knowledge of procedural law across various jurisdictions along with familiarity with civil litigation support processes
- Strong project management skills to handle multiple cases simultaneously while adhering to deadline
- Excellent organizational skills combined with meticulous attention to detail in handling files, data entry, proofreading, transcription, and filing tasks
- Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with clients and team members while managing confidential information professionally
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel), Adobe, and general clerical tasks such as data entry and phone etiquette
- Knowledge of specialized practice areas such as personal injury case experience—and general & commercial litigation.
Join our team as a Litigation Assistant to play a key role in supporting our attorneys’ efforts to deliver exceptional legal services.
Pay: $20.00 - $25.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
- Free parking
- Opportunities for advancement
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Travel reimbursement
Work Location: In person