Litigation Legal Assistant

Litigation Legal Secretary, Las Vegas, NV

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide high-level administrative support to attorneys in all phases of litigation, including drafting, formatting, and proofreading legal documents, pleadings, and correspondence.
• Manage and maintain both electronic and physical case files to ensure accuracy, accessibility, and compliance with court and firm standards.
• Coordinate attorney calendars by scheduling meetings, court appearances, and travel; prepare supporting materials and ensure deadlines are met.
• Support all phases of trial preparation, including organizing exhibits, preparing witness files, and assembling trial notebooks.
• Prepare engagement letters and assist with all aspects of the client intake process.
• Process incoming and outgoing mail and oversee routine administrative functions with accuracy and efficiency.
• Assist with billing, invoice processing, and time entry.
• Manage required submissions to state bar associations.
• Handle confidential and sensitive information with discretion and professionalism.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills and Qualifications:

• Strong knowledge of state and federal court rules, procedures, and calendaring requirements; familiarity with Nevada court systems and e-filing processes strongly preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite products(Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and Adobe Acrobat; experience with document management systems (NetDocs a plus).
• Advanced skills in formatting, editing, and proofreading complex documents.
• Exceptional organizational and time management skills with the ability to prioritize and meet tight deadlines.
• High level of attention to detail, accuracy, and follow-through.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to interact effectively with clients, attorneys, court personnel, and opposing counsel.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks and adapt quickly to shifting priorities in a high- volume environment.
• Ability to apply new resources and technologies.
• Ability to work independently while contributing as part of a team.
• Flexibility to work occasional overtime as workload demands.
• Professional demeanor and ability to maintain an organized, polished work environment.

Education and Experience:

• Minimum 3 years of litigation legal secretary support experience required

Job Type: Full-time, non-exempt

Schedule: 8-hour shift, Monday through Friday (with potential OT, as needed)

Work Location: In person

Competitive salary based on experience and any certifications.

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Free parking
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Profit sharing
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance