Experienced Litigation Legal Assistant

Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for a talented, experienced Litigation Legal Assistant to join our expanding legal team.

To be the right fit, a candidate should be proficient in both state and federal civil litigation and have a passion for accuracy and keeping everything organized. If you like problem-solving and can take the initiative to ensure a case moves forward, you will find this role fulfilling.

Our Firm is passionate about growth and wants an individual to grow with us. Our culture is built on positivity, flexibility, and an open-mindedness to change. Here, we understand the importance of creating a healthy work-life balance and seek to provide our team with the tools to reach their professional, personal, and financial goals.

We provide excellent benefits- medical/dental/vision insurance, Paid Time Off, 401(k) and safe harbor match, and professional development- along with a hybrid work schedule.

$20 - $25 hourly DOE

• Process client billing properly using daily time records with help from the accounting department
• Manage office correspondence and administrative tasks such as answering phone calls, communicating with opposing attorney offices, taking dictation, responding to emails, and reminding the team of upcoming deadlines
• Undertake other duties as needed to ensure the firm operates efficiently
• Conduct legal research, when necessary, with guidance from attorneys and paralegals
• Help with creating a variety of litigation documents, including pleadings, motions, subpoenas, affidavits, contracts, and briefs for case preparation, and proofread documents when necessary
• Schedule meetings and appointments for the team, such as depositions, make travel arrangements, and coordinate with outside vendors for events

• Candidates should possess high-level organizational skills and time-management skills

• Strong tech skills

• A strong team player

• Must have strong interpersonal skills and talent for writing and grammar

• Must have at least 1-2 years of experience in civil litigation as a legal assistant or file clerk

• Completion of a nationally accredited paralegal program is strongly preferred but not necessary

• Candidate must be a good communicator

• Associate’s degree, or some college is preferred; high school diploma or equivalent is necessary
• 1-2 years of prior experience in a law firm environment as a secretary or administrative assistant
• Candidates should have strong organizational skills and communication skills
• Candidates should be able to type at least 50 words per minute
• Ability to comfortably use all Microsoft Office products

At Sul Lee Law Firm, our mission is simple:  We liberate businesses from disputes. We help business owners, contractors, and companies navigate complex commercial and construction disputes so they can focus on growth rather than litigation. We are a growing, enterprising firm that values initiative, critical thinking, and professional development. We offer health benefits, paid time off, retirement benefits, and opportunities for advancement.