Legal Support Specialist-Litigation

Job Description

Job Title: Legal Support Specialist - Litigation

Overview:

Join our dynamic team, a leading global law firm with a strong reputation for excellence in litigation and appellate practice. We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Legal Support Specialist to enhance our litigation team. This is a remarkable opportunity for someone with a passion for legal support to play a pivotal role in managing critical tasks, from drafting and filing appellate documents to facilitating communication between attorneys and clients. If you're ready to leverage your experience and contribute to a collaborative environment, we want to hear from you!

Required Skills:

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in a medium to large-sized law firm, specifically in litigation support or appellate practice.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks.
• Exceptional organizational abilities and high attention to detail.
• Excellent interpersonal communication skills, both written and oral.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and under pressure to meet tight deadlines.
  
  

Nice to Have Skills:

• Experience with court electronic filing systems (CM/ECF, state appellate portals).
• Familiarity with legal research tools and resources.
• Prior experience in managing client relationships and expectations.
  
  

Preferred Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience is preferred.
• Previous exposure to high-volume, high-stakes litigation environments.
  
  

Other Requirements:

• Willingness to work overtime as needed.
• Ability to handle administrative tasks, including attorney time entry, travel arrangements, and processing of invoices and expenses.
• Flexibility with work hours; full-time schedule from Monday to Friday 8:30 AM to 5:30 PM, with the option to work from home on Fridays after training.
  
  

We offer competitive compensation, an excellent benefits package, and a vibrant work culture that fosters professional growth and collaboration.