Job Summary
We are seeking an experienced Legal Assistant to join our busy and collaborative Litigation team in Manchester. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented professional who thrives in a fast-paced legal environment, enjoys supporting multiple attorneys, and takes pride in producing high-quality work.
If you're organized, proactive, and experienced in civil litigation support, we'd love to hear from you!
What You'll Do
Duties
- Provide administrative and litigation support to multiple attorneys
- Open and close client files
- Prepare, proofread, and produce legal documents
- Manage attorney calendars, scheduling, and deadlines
- Coordinate client communications
- Perform transcription and document formatting
- Handle filing, scanning, copying, and document organization (electronic and paper)
- Process mailings and court-related correspondence
- Assist with additional administrative projects and tasks as needed
Qualifications
- Minimum of 5 years of law firm experience supporting multiple Litigation Attorneys
- Experience with civil litigation support
- Proficiency in document review, drafting legal documents, proofreading, transcription skills, and contract management.
- Knowledge of the New Hampshire court filing process and requirements
- Strong calendar management and organizational skills
- Ability to prioritize competing deadlines and manage multiple responsibilities
- Adaptability in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities
- Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy
- Experience with NetDocuments (NetDocs) and SurePoint is a plus!
- Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
- Effective communication skills with professional phone etiquette; ability to interview clients or witnesses when necessary.
- Competence in using data entry tools and clerical software such as iManage or PCLaw; experience with document management systems is a plus.
- Strong attention to detail for proofreading and ensuring accuracy in all legal documentation.
Join us to be part of a vibrant team dedicated to delivering exceptional legal support while advancing your career in a stimulating environment!
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Pay: $60,000.00 - $70,000.00 per year
Work Location: In person
