Legal Assistant

Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. This range is provided by Addison Group. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more. Base pay range $60,000.00/yr - $65,000.00/yr Title: Legal Assistant Job Preview: A well-established law firm is seeking an experienced full-time Construction Legal Assistant for a billable position in Raleigh, NC, to support litigators and transactional attorneys. The role involves legal assistant and administrative duties. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Utilize technology resources for efficient attorney support. Manage document creation, formatting, editing, and proofreading (Word, Excel, legal documents). Prepare legal document shells, notebooks, and exhibits. File legal documents with state and federal courts (e-filing required). Prepare and edit construction contracts. Perform administrative tasks: conflict checks, matter management, engagement letters, expense reports, time entry, travel arrangements, and business development support. Organize and maintain client files (paper and electronic). Maintain pleading indexes in the document management system. Manage attorney calendars and emails (Outlook), including deadlines. Coordinate meetings, conference calls, and depositions. Maintain regular attendance; flexibility for overtime/weekends. Education and Experience Required: Minimum 5 years' legal assistant experience, with 2 years in construction law. Experience with federal and state court procedures and e-filing. Qualifications and Skills Required: Excellent proofreading, document formatting, and redlining skills. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite. Punctual, meticulous, proactive, reliable, and self-motivated. Strong time management and prioritization skills. Team player with the ability to work independently. Experience with document management systems. Seniority level Seniority level Associate Employment type Employment type Full-time Job function Job function Legal Industries Legal Services Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Addison Group by 2x Get notified about new Legal Assistant jobs in Raleigh, NC . LEGAL ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT - LITIGATION Raleigh, NC $60,000.00 - $85,000.00 3 days ago Raleigh, NC $55,000 - $60,000 4 months ago We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI. #J-18808-Ljbffr