Legal Assistant

We are looking for a skilled legal assistant. The successful candidate will be able to provide assistance during all phases of the litigation process.

Responsibilities

• Aid attorneys with preliminary drafts of correspondence, pleadings, discovery and motions and file them with the court
• Perform administrative duties (calendar hearings and deadlines, organize case files, manage logistics, billing entries, etc.)
• Maintain pleadings and discovery indexes
• Organize exhibits, documents, evidence, briefs and appendices
• Aid attorneys with preparing discovery requests and responses

Skills

• Proven working experience as a legal assistant
• Applicable knowledge of motions, discovery, evidence, litigation documentation, court rules and procedures, practices, etc.
• Organized with ability to handle multiple deadlines
• Strong writing and communication skills along with attention to detail
• Computer and database experience

Schedule:

• 8-hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

• legal assistant: 2 years

License/Certification:

• Certified Notary Public (Preferred)

Shift availability:

• Day Shift (Required)

Work Location: In person