Litigation Legal Assistant

We are looking for a Litigation Legal Assistant to support attorneys with a wide range of litigation and administrative tasks. This is a contract position suited for someone who can manage competing priorities, maintain organized case materials, and help keep matters moving efficiently through state and federal court processes. The ideal candidate brings hands-on civil litigation defense experience, exercises strong judgment around deadlines, and thrives in a collaborative office setting with room for growth.

Responsibilities:
• Manage incoming correspondence by reviewing, scanning, organizing, and directing documents to the appropriate parties in a timely manner.
• Provide daily litigation and administrative support to attorneys, helping maintain smooth workflow across active matters.
• Coordinate attorney calendars, monitor key case dates, and proactively track filing and litigation deadlines to reduce the risk of missed obligations.
• Prepare, format, proofread, and finalize pleadings, motions, and other legal documents for submission.
• Handle service of legal documents and assemble filing materials, including draft shells, copies, and supporting case documents.
• Submit court filings in accordance with applicable state and federal rules, using legal technology platforms when needed.
• Maintain accurate case records and ensure documents are properly stored, updated, and accessible for the legal team.

Qualifications:

• At least 3 years of relevant experience as a legal assistant or legal secretary supporting litigation matters.
• Prior exposure to civil litigation defense work, with openness to candidates from a range of practice areas.
• Working knowledge of state and federal court filing procedures and related deadlines.
• Demonstrated ability to manage attorney calendars independently and follow up proactively on critical dates.
• Experience preparing pleadings and other litigation documents with strong formatting and proofreading skills.
• Familiarity with serving legal documents and compiling filing packets accurately and efficiently.
• Proficiency with calendar management and legal support tools, including experience with systems such as One Legal and Law Toolbox.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment.

Compensation

$25.00-$30.00 Hourly

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