Hybrid Legal Assistant – Trial & Defense

Posted 2 weeks ago

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About the role

  • Provide legal and administrative support to a team of attorneys.
  • 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.
  • Assist Paralegals in organizing case files and records maintenance.
  • Assist with travel arrangements upon request including car, hotel and airfare reservations, and complete attorney monthly expenses to accounting.
  • Administrative work, including billing, correspondence, invoices and reporting to clients.

Requirements

  • 5+ years of previous experience as a litigation/trial legal assistant or secretary.
  • Must have legal experience, including filing with state and federal courts. Knowledge in e-filing in the collar counties.
  • 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.
  • Ability to handle confidential information with discretion and work with professionals inside and outside the firm.

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.

Job title

Legal Assistant – Trial & Defense

Job type

Experience level

Mid levelSenior

Salary

$41 - $47 per hour

Degree requirement

High School Diploma

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