Litigation Legal Assistant

Job Details

About the role

We are seeking an experienced Litigation Legal Assistant to support attorneys handling a broad range of business disputes and litigation matters. This position offers the opportunity to work closely with attorneys on active cases from inception through resolution while maintaining significant involvement in day-to-day case management.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, revise, and format legal correspondence, pleadings, motions, and other litigation documents
• Manage court filings and monitor case deadlines
• Maintain case files and organize case-related materials
• Cook up attorney calendars, meetings, and litigation schedules
• Coordinate discovery, document production, and trial preparation
• Communicate professionally with clients, court personnel, vendors, and opposing counsel
• Track deadlines and support attorneys throughout all phases of litigation
• Conduct administrative and case-management tasks necessary to keep matters moving efficiently

Qualifications

• At least 4 years of litigation legal assistant experience
• Strong familiarity with litigation procedures and court filing requirements
• Experience supporting attorneys through multiple stages of litigation
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills
• Strong communication and proofreading abilities
• Ability to prioritize competing deadlines while maintaining accuracy
• Experience with document management and legal support technology

Requirements

• Demonstrated litigation support experience in a law firm environment
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with attorneys and staff
• Strong attention to detail and follow-through
• Professional and client-focused demeanor
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and legal document management systems
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion

A bit about us: We are a business-focused law firm that advises organizations and individuals on legal issues that arise throughout a company’s life cycle. Our work includes operational matters, transactions, disputes, and periods of transition, with an emphasis on practical judgment and clear guidance. We act as counselors, taking time to understand how our clients operate and what they need to move forward. By focusing on efficiency, clarity, and thoughtful problem-solving, we help clients navigate complexity while using their legal resources in a deliberate and effective way.

Why join us? We offer a collaborative environment where lawyers and support staff are given meaningful responsibility and trusted to exercise judgment early in their careers. Our teams are lean, allowing for direct client interaction and hands-on experience across all stages of a matter. We value clear thinking, practical solutions, and respectful communication. Mentorship is built into daily work, not rigid hierarchy, and we support professional growth alongside balance and sustainability. For attorneys seeking substantive work in a collegial setting, we provide a place to build a long-term practice.

Salary: $70,000 - $85,000 per year

Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot's policy to comply with all applicable federal, state, or local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.