Legal Assistant

We are looking for a detail-oriented Legal Assistant to support a fast-paced civil litigation practice. This contract-to-hire opportunity with permanent potential is ideal for someone with at least 1-2+ years of experience who can confidently manage litigation support tasks for matters on either the defense or plaintiff side. The role requires strong organizational skills, accuracy with court-related documentation, and the ability to keep multiple deadlines and case activities moving efficiently.

Responsibilities:

• Prepare, review, and submit legal documents through electronic filing systems while ensuring compliance with court rules and deadlines.

• Coordinate attorney calendars, schedule case-related events, and track important litigation dates to support daily workflow.

• Maintain organized case files and documentation so materials are accurate, accessible, and current throughout the litigation process.

• Assist with court filings and related procedural tasks for civil litigation matters involving a variety of case types.

• Communicate with courts, clients, and legal team members to help keep case activity progressing smoothly and efficiently.

• Monitor deadlines, hearing dates, and filing requirements to reduce risk and support timely case handling.

Qualifications:

• At least 1-2 years of experience in a Legal Assistant role supporting civil litigation matters.

• Hands-on experience with electronic filing and court filing procedures.

• Working knowledge of civil litigation processes, terminology, and document handling requirements.

• Strong calendar management skills with the ability to prioritize multiple deadlines.

• High level of accuracy, organization, and attention to detail in a fast-paced legal environment.

• Ability to support matters on either the plaintiff or defense side of litigation.

• Effective written and verbal communication skills and a detail-oriented approach to team collaboration.

Compensation

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