Litigation Assistant

Job Overview

We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Litigation Assistant to join our dynamic legal team. In this vital role, you will provide comprehensive support to attorneys engaged in various types of litigation, ensuring smooth case progression from inception to resolution. Your proactive approach and strong administrative skills will help facilitate efficient case management, legal research, document preparation, and client communication. This position offers an exciting opportunity to be at the forefront of legal support across multiple practice areas, including civil litigation, family law, estate planning, environmental law, and more. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and possess a passion for legal excellence, we want to hear from you!

Responsibilities

• Assist attorneys with case file organization, document review, and management using document management systems such as iManage and PCLaw.
• Conduct legal research using Westlaw, LexisNexis, and other research tools to support case strategies across diverse practice areas including civil litigation, estate planning, environmental law, and tribal law.
• Draft and proofread legal documents such as pleadings, discovery requests, contracts, and correspondence with precision and clarity.
• Manage court filings and procedural deadlines to ensure compliance with local rules and regulations.
• Coordinate client interviews, witness statements, and expert consultations to gather pertinent case information.
• Prepare summaries of legal research findings and assist in the development of case strategies.
• Provide executive administrative support including calendar management, scheduling meetings, handling confidential information with discretion, and maintaining meticulous records.
• Support attorneys with project management tasks related to complex litigation cases or multi-practice initiatives.
• Maintain effective communication with clients via phone and email while ensuring professional etiquette at all times.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Litigation Assistant or Paralegal within a law office environment supporting civil litigation or related practice areas.
• Strong knowledge of procedural law across various jurisdictions along with familiarity with workers' compensation law, personal injury law, family law and immigration law,
• Proficiency in legal research tools such as Westlaw and LexisNexis; experience with document review software like Clio is highly desirable.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects efficiently while maintaining attention to detail in a fast-paced setting.
• Excellent organizational skills coupled with strong written and verbal communication abilities.
• Skilled in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) along with familiarity with legal case management systems like Clio or similar platforms.
• Experience handling confidential information responsibly with high ethical standards.
• Strong proofreading skills with an eye for accuracy in legal drafting and correspondence.
• Ability to perform legal research effectively and synthesize findings into clear reports or summaries.

Join us in a role where your expertise will directly impact the success of our legal team! We value proactive professionals who are eager to contribute their skills in a collaborative environment dedicated to excellence in legal support services.

Pay: $40,000.00 - $52,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person

Salary : $40,000 - $52,000