Legal Assistant/Paralegal

Job Description

Job Description

Our client, a respected and growing full-service law firm, is seeking an LAA/Paralegal to join its expanding litigation team.

This is an ideal opportunity for someone with 3+ years of experience supporting substantive commercial or civil litigation matters who enjoys working closely with senior attorneys on complex cases. The firm offers a collaborative environment where support staff play a meaningful role in case strategy and execution, and where professionalism, teamwork, and camaraderie are highly valued.

The firm's caseload includes employment litigation, government contracts disputes, and other complex civil litigation matters. This role offers exposure to a variety of cases rather than being limited to a single practice area.

Responsibilities:

• Prepare, proofread, and file legal documents in state and federal courts
• Manage case files, deadlines, and attorney calendars
• Assist with discovery, document production, and case organization
• Draft correspondence and other routine legal documents
• Coordinate hearings, depositions, mediations, and client meetings
• Communicate with clients, courts, opposing counsel, and vendors
• Provide litigation and trial support as needed

Qualifications:

• 2-5+ years of experience as a Litigation LAA or Paralegal
• Knowledge of state and federal court filing procedures
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and legal case management systems
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with attorneys and support staff
• Paralegal certificate preferred but not required, depending on experience

Benefits:

• Health Insurance
• Dental
• Retirement plan (with match)
• Long-term disability and life insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA) options

What Makes This Opportunity Unique:

• Exposure to a broad range of litigation matters rather than a single practice area
• Opportunity to work closely with experienced litigators on complex cases
• Supportive and collaborative team environment
• Growing practice with opportunities for professional development and advancement