Legal Assistant - Trial & Defense

About the role

Clyde & Co US LLP seeks a legal assistant with 2+ years of experience to provide excellent secretarial and administrative support to our trial and litigation team.

Responsibilities

• Create, prepare, proofread, and amend high volume complex legal documents, pleadings, including table of contents and table of authorities, letters and emails
• File pleadings with state and federal courts using various means, including electronic court filing systems
• Calendar maintenance, such as scheduling hearings, briefing schedules, discovery deadlines, depositions, meetings, and knowledge of civil and federal court deadline filing dates, court rules, and procedures
• Prepare for and assist in trials
• Aid paralegals in organizing case files and records maintenance
• Aid with travel arrangements upon request including car, hotel and airfare reservations, and complete attorney monthly expenses to accounting
• Handle administrative work, including billing, correspondence, invoices and reporting to clients

Essential Skills & Experience

• 2+ years of previous experience as a litigation/trial legal assistant or secretary
• Must have legal experience, including filing with state and federal courts
• Strong work ethic, organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills are essential
• Ability to think ahead; to follow written and verbal instructions, strong skills in writing, researching, and organization/flexibility and Teamwork
• Intermediate proficiency of Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Previous experience with File site or iManage filing systems
• Creative problem solver who takes initiative to accomplish tasks with a minimal level of supervision
• Exceptional attention to detail and high proficiency in proofreading

Benefits

• Hybrid Work Flexibility – Enjoy a perfect balance between remote and in-office work
• Flexible Paid Time Off – Accrue 20 days of paid time off and 11 firm paid holidays
• Referral Rewards – Earn generous bonuses for introducing talented colleagues to our team
• Mentorship & Career Growth – Access strong mentorship, global training programs, and career development support
• Engaging Culture – Participate in exciting social events, volunteer and community service initiatives, and professional development opportunities
• Inclusive Parental Leave – Six months fully paid, for all parents regardless of gender or path to parenthood
• Comprehensive Health Benefits – Medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your family
• Robust Disability Coverage – Comprehensive short-term and enhanced long-term disability plans

Pay

The pay range for this position is $80,000-$90,000. The range for this role takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs.