Legal Assistant

Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for a Legal Assistant to support a busy legal team in Portland, Maine. This is a Contract position suited for someone with hands-on litigation support experience who can manage deadlines, filings, and daily administrative needs with accuracy. The ideal candidate is organized, responsive, and comfortable working in a fast-paced legal environment while maintaining high standards.

Responsibilities:
• Prepare, review, and submit court documents through electronic filing systems in accordance with court rules and deadlines.
• Coordinate attorney calendars, schedule hearings and meetings, and track important case dates to help keep matters on course.
• Maintain organized case files, correspondence, and legal records so information is accurate and readily accessible.
• Support litigation matters by drafting routine legal documents, assembling filing packets, and assisting with case-related administrative tasks.
• Communicate with courts, clients, and outside parties in a clear and thorough manner regarding scheduling, documentation, and filing status.
• Monitor deadlines and follow up on required materials to help ensure timely submission of pleadings and related documents.
• Provide general administrative assistance to the legal team, including document formatting, proofreading, and file management.• Prior experience in a Legal Assistant role with a strong focus on litigation support.
• Practical knowledge of civil litigation procedures and court filing requirements.
• Experience submitting documents through e-filing platforms with a high level of accuracy.
• Strong calendar management skills with the ability to handle competing deadlines.
• Excellent organizational skills and close attention to detail in document preparation and recordkeeping.
• Clear and effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a contract position and adapt quickly to team needs.