Legal Assistant

About the Role The position will support attorneys handling Labor & Employment matters; however, prior Labor & Employment experience is not required. Strong litigation experience from another practice area is absolutely welcome. Responsibilities Support multiple attorneys with the day-to-day management of active litigation matters Draft, edit, format, and proofread pleadings, discovery, correspondence, motions, and other legal documents Handle electronic filings in federal and state courts Maintain litigation calendars and independently track filing dates, hearings, discovery deadlines, and other key case milestones Assist with exhibits, attachments, and materials for larger or more complex filings Keep attorneys organized by tracking outstanding assignments, deadlines, and case activity Maintain orderly electronic and physical matter files Assist with opening and closing matters and related administrative processes Support attorney time entry, billing, expenses, and client-related costs Communicate professionally with clients, courts, opposing counsel, and outside vendors Handle confidential and sensitive information with appropriate discretion Qualifications Approximately 5+ years of legal assistant, legal secretary, or litigation support experience preferred Required Skills Strong litigation experience within a law firm setting Experience supporting multiple attorneys and managing competing priorities Working knowledge of federal and state court procedures Experience with electronic filing, including PACER and/or state court filing systems Strong calendaring and deadline-management skills Excellent proofreading, formatting, grammar, and written communication skills High level of organization and attention to detail Confidence working independently and resolving routine procedural issues Strong Microsoft Word and Outlook skills Experience with platforms such as iManage/FileSite, Kofax, ShareFile, DocuSign, Intapp, or similar law firm technology is helpful but not required if you are comfortable learning new systems. Preferred Skills Candidates coming from commercial litigation, insurance defense, construction, professional liability, general civil litigation, or other litigation-heavy practices are encouraged to apply. Pay range and compensation package This position is ideal for someone who has developed strong litigation instincts and wants to bring those skills to a professional, established firm with a sophisticated practice. Equal Opportunity Statement We are committed to diversity and inclusivity. #J-18808-Ljbffr