Litigation Legal Assistant

Our client, a highly respected and established New England law firm, is seeking an experienced Legal Assistant to support its Litigation practice in Concord, NH. This is an excellent opportunity for a seasoned legal professional who takes pride in delivering exceptional attorney and client support and is looking to join a sophisticated, collaborative legal environment. The firm has a strong reputation throughout New England and a long history of serving businesses, individuals, and organizations across a broad range of practice areas.

Responsibilities

• Support attorneys and paralegals with daily administrative needs
• Draft, edit, proofread, and format legal documents
• Manage attorney calendars, appointments, and client communications
• Prepare, scan, copy, and assemble legal documents and binders
• Convert and redline documents; manage electronic files
• Maintain accurate client and matter files
• Open new matters and assist with conflict checks
• Enter attorney time and process correspondence
• Answer calls and provide professional client service
• Provide back-up support to other attorneys and paralegals
• Prioritize tasks and proactively support team needs

Qualifications

• 5+ years of legal administrative experience
• Litigation experience strongly preferred
• Strong knowledge of legal terminology and document protocols
• Excellent proofreading and attention to detail
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Highly organized with strong multitasking skills
• Professional, client-service focused approach
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Pay

$60-80K depending on experience