Legal Assistant

We are looking for a detail-oriented Legal Assistant to support a fast-paced civil litigation practice. This contract-to-hire opportunity offers permanent potential.

About the role

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.

Requirements

• 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.

Benefits

• Medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance.
• Eligibility to enroll in the company 401(k) plan.