Litigation Legal Assistant

Litigation Legal Assistants provide administrative and legal support to assigned attorneys in accordance with established Firm policies and procedures. They perform a wide range of tasks including document preparation, calendar management, file maintenance, and other key administrative functions to ensure smooth and efficient litigation support.

Requirements

• Strong written communication skills, including the ability to proofread and edit legal correspondence and documents for grammar, spelling, and typographical accuracy.
• Basic math proficiency to perform routine calculations and verify numerical data, typically acquired through a high school diploma or equivalent.
• 3-5 years of relevant legal administrative experience, with a working knowledge of law office procedures, document formatting, and legal terminology.
• Proficiency in typing and transcription, including the ability to accurately type at a minimum of 70 words per minute from dictation or draft.
• Excellent organizational skills, with the ability to prioritize multiple tasks and manage competing deadlines under time constraints.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to interact professionally with attorneys, clients, and team members across all levels.
• Comfortable communicating by phone and email with courtesy, discretion, and professionalism.
• High attention to detail and accuracy, with the ability to manage multiple responsibilities simultaneously.
• Proven ability to manage workflow, delegate when appropriate, and ensure timely completion of assignments.
• Ability to maintain focus and efficiency while managing a high volume of information and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Willingness to work extended or irregular hours when necessary to meet case deadlines or support attorney needs.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k) plan
• Profit sharing plan
• Paid vacation
• Parental leave
• Flexible spending account
• Health savings account
• Identity theft protection
• Dependent day care reimbursement account
• Commuter benefits
• Life insurance
• AD&D insurance
• Short-term disability protection
• Long-term disability protection
• Employee assistance program
• Emergency travel assistance