Litigation Legal Assistant

The Litigation Legal Assistant will assist attorneys and paralegals with a range of administrative and case management tasks related to ongoing litigation matters. The ideal candidate will be highly organized, detail-oriented, and capable of managing multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment. This position is perfect for someone who thrives in a collaborative setting and is eager to support a successful litigation team.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide administrative support to litigation attorneys and paralegals, including scheduling meetings, depositions, hearings, and maintaining case calendars.
• Draft and prepare correspondence, pleadings, and discovery documents under the direction of attorneys.
• Assist with case preparation, including organizing exhibits, trial preparation materials, and filing court documents.
• Maintain and organize physical and electronic case files, ensuring they are up to date and compliant with legal requirements.
• Prepare and file legal documents with state and federal courts, ensuring timely and accurate submissions.
• Communicate with clients, opposing counsel, experts, and court personnel as necessary.
• Coordinate and arrange for depositions, hearings, and other litigation-related events.
• Handle administrative tasks such as billing, time entry, and document management.
• Assist with conflict checks
• Provide general office support, including answering phones, filing, and managing office supplies.

Qualifications:

• 5+ years of litigation experience as a legal assistant in a law firm
• Strong understanding of legal terminology, court procedures, and document management.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Experience with case management and document management software.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Professional demeanor with the ability to communicate effectively with clients and colleagues.
• Experience assisting with conflicts checks or familiarity with conflicts management is a plus.