Legal Assistant

Position Title: Legal Assistant About the Role: This role offers the opportunity to support a dynamic team within a boutique law firm. The Legal Assistant will play a crucial role in managing the legal calendar and ensuring timely filings. This position demands a proactive individual capable of adapting quickly to the fast‑paced environment of civil litigation. The ideal candidate will contribute to case management and assist attorneys with various legal tasks. A strong attention to detail and the ability to communicate clearly about legal processes are essential for success in this role. This position provides a chance to work closely with experienced attorneys and engage in meaningful legal work. Salary Range: $83,200 - $100,000 / Year DOE Legal Assistant Responsibilities: Support two attorneys in managing their caseloads Handle legal calendaring and e‑filing, ensuring deadlines are met Assist with state and federal filings Prepare motions and pleadings, including tables of contents and tables of authority Manage discovery processes and trial preparation tasks Maintain proactive communication regarding case updates and calendar management Perform paralegal duties as needed Legal Assistant Requirements: 3-5 years of general civil litigation experience Experience in employment, personal injury, insurance defense, and construction defect cases Defense experience is required; plaintiff candidates may be considered Experience with subpoenas and motions Strong background in heavy discovery processes Proficient in e‑filing and calendaring Experience with tables of contents and tables of authority Ability to clearly articulate legal experience and knowledge Appellate experience is preferred Trial preparation experience is preferred Federal experience is preferred Ex parte experience is preferred A paralegal certificate is preferred Benefits: 401K with a 3% match and a profit‑sharing component Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance is fully covered for employees Two weeks of vacation and five days of paid sick leave Seven to eight paid holidays #J-18808-Ljbffr