Legal Assistant

A respected, multi office law firm serving clients across the West is looking to add one to two experienced Legal Assistants / Legal Secretaries to support its litigation and family law attorneys. This need has come out of a recent departure and a family law desk that has been carrying an unsustainable workload since May, so the firm is moving with real urgency and is prepared to interview quickly. Why This Role If you've been looking for a legal support seat where you actually get to use your judgment, this is it. This is a hybrid legal assistant / paralegal style role: you'll own case management and deadlines, but there is also real room to take on drafting and trial preparation work if that's where your strengths lie. There is no billable hour requirement attached to the position, and the firm is candid that the draw here isn't a high pressure billable grind, it's variety, autonomy, and a genuinely collegial team that has built its reputation over 75 years on a work life balance oriented culture. About The Firm Founded in 1949, this firm's Salt Lake City practice spans family law, commercial litigation, labor and employment, probate, natural resources and water law, and more, offering an experienced, collegial environment for a legal support professional who wants variety and long term stability. What You'll Do Provide day to day support across family law, commercial litigation, labor & employment, and probate matters Own calendaring and deadline tracking, and proactively flag what's coming up for attorneys Manage engagement letters, correspondence, and client communications Prepare and file pleadings, motions, and discovery documents in Utah state and federal courts Coordinate hearings, depositions, mediations, and trial logistics Support document management and exhibit organization, including potential trial prep Field client phone calls and serve as a professional, discreet point of contact Help keep attorneys organized and on track, including managing strong personalities with confidence What We're Looking For 5+ years of experience as a Legal Assistant or Legal Secretary (more is a plus) Utah e filing experience is required California e filing experience is a bonus, not a requirement (procedures vary by county/courthouse) Prior law firm experience preferred Litigation background strongly preferred; labor & employment or commercial litigation also transfer well Personal injury or insurance defense backgrounds can transfer if you understand litigation workflows Family law experience is a plus for candidates supporting the family law docket, given its distinct deadlines High net worth or high asset family law exposure is helpful but not required Paralegal background or certification welcomed, though not required Comfortable with Microsoft Office, Outlook, and standard legal practice management, document management, and legal research platforms (or able to learn quickly) Why Join Us This firm is candid that it may not be the highest paying option in the market, but it's built its reputation over 75 years on a genuinely supportive, work life balance oriented culture. Expect reasonable hours, real vacation and time off support, and a collaborative team rather than a high pressure billable grind. Relocation assistance will be considered for the right candidate. #J-18808-Ljbffr