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Litigation Legal Assistant

Protouch Staffing

Litigation Legal Assistant

Our client's growing civil defense litigation team is seeking a highly experienced Litigation Legal Assistant with 8-10+ years of hands-on civil litigation experience. This is not an entry-level role. We are looking for someone who understands the rhythm of litigation and can confidently support attorneys through motions, hearing, and trial preparation. If you take pride in your work, value precision, we invite you to review this ad, apply, and become part of a team that values confidence, consistency, and ownership.

What you bring:

  • 8-10+ years supporting civil litigation attorneys (defense experience strongly preferred)
  • Advanced motion formatting (TOA/TOC), pleadings, and briefing support
  • State and Federal e-filing expertise
  • Mastery of calendaring and litigation deadlines
  • Exceptional attention to detail and organizational discipline
  • Proactive mindset, you spot issues before they become problems
  • Professional judgment and the ability to anticipate attorney needs
  • Excellent professional communication skills and the ability to collaborate across teams

Why our client:

  • Established, respected firm with a strong presence in the legal community
  • Supportive leadership that values structure, clarity, and accountability
  • A team environment where your work directly impacts case outcomes
  • Competitive compensation and benefits, including medical, dental, and vision, life and AD&D insurance, a 401(k) plan, paid time off, paid holidays, and a professional, stable workplace
Vacancy posted 3 days ago
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