Litigation/Legal Assistant

Job Description

Position Summary: This position represents a great opportunity for a high-energy and experienced Litigation Legal Assistant. A collaborative and flexible work environment necessitates the ability to adapt to multiple roles in a small office, have attention to detail, and the ability to get along and work well with a fun and diverse team. The Legal Assistant will provide support to 3 attorneys desks. This position reports to the Director of Legal Operations and Office Managing Partner.

Qualifications: 

• High school diploma or equivalent required. Some college coursework is preferred.
• Must have 5+ years of experience as a Litigation/Legal Assistant in a litigation environment. Labor and employment experience is preferred but not required for the right candidate.
• Must have experience in calendaring, researching court rules/local rules/judge’s rules, and ability to cross-check calendaring using software such as eDockets, Milana or Compulaw.
• Must have experience with eFiling in both State and Federal courts; including but not limited to creating tables of authority, bookmarking exhibits, redacting and Bates stamping.
• Position requires critical thinking skills, attention to detail, proof-reading skills, and ability to multi-task.
• Must be proficient in MS Office 365 Programs (Word, Excel, and Outlook).
• Duties also include the following tasks: travel arrangements, expense reports, entering attorney timesheets, and other administrative type duties as assigned.

Compensation: $41-$46/hour plus excellent benefits

• Competitive pay and incentives
• Medical, dental, vision, and flexible spending
• Firm paid benefits: EAP, Telemedicine, life insurance, STD, and LTD
• 401(k), paid holidays, paid time off and paid parental leave program
• Fun events and firm perks
• Business casual dress
• Annual Holiday event and more!