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Litigation Legal Assistant

$25 - $27 per hour

LHH

Litigation Legal Assistant

LHH is actively recruiting talented legal professionals for ongoing temporary and contract Litigation Legal Assistant opportunities with respected law firms and corporate legal departments. If you're a detail-oriented professional who thrives in a fast-paced legal environment and enjoys supporting complex litigation matters, apply now.

What You'll Do

As a Litigation Legal Assistant, your responsibilities may include:

  • Preparing, proofreading, formatting, and filing legal documents with courts and agencies
  • Managing attorney calendars, court deadlines, hearings, and trial schedules
  • Drafting legal correspondence, pleadings, and other case-related documents
  • Organizing discovery materials, exhibits, and case files
  • Maintaining document management and records systems
  • Coordinating communications with clients, courts, vendors, and opposing counsel
  • Assisting with trial preparation, hearing logistics, and case administration
  • Supporting attorneys and legal teams throughout all phases of litigation
What We're Looking For
  • Prior experience as a Litigation Legal Assistant, Legal Secretary, or similar legal support professional
  • Working knowledge of litigation procedures, court rules, and filing requirements
  • Strong legal document formatting, editing, and proofreading skills
  • Exceptional organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and legal practice management/document management systems
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • A proactive mindset and strong attention to detail
Why Partner with LHH?

When you work with LHH, you'll gain:

  • Access to opportunities with top law firms and legal organizations
  • Flexible temporary, contract, and potential contract-to-hire assignments
  • Competitive compensation and market insights
  • Personalized support from an experienced legal recruiting team
  • Opportunities to expand your professional network and enhance your legal experience
  • Career guidance throughout your assignment and beyond

Pay Details: $25.00 to $27.00 per hour

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled Military connected talent encouraged to apply

Vacancy posted 1 day ago
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