An estate litigation firm is seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Legal Assistant to join their fast-growing, high-performing legal team. Supporting two Paralegals, this role plays a critical part in ensuring timely case progress, document delivery, calendaring, and case management system accuracy. You’ll manage high volumes of litigation-related administrative tasks, ensure workflow timelines are met, and be a driving force behind keeping matters organized and on track. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated legal support professional looking to grow in a collaborative, high-energy, and mission-driven firm.

Salary Range: $25 – $30 / hourly

Legal Assistant Key Responsibilities:

• Assist assigned Paralegals with litigation case management
• Track and maintain case timelines, task lists, and matter milestones
• Ensure documents are mailed timely and case deadlines are met
• Review cases weekly for overdue tasks, missing billable time entries, or case delays
• Monitor document templates, legal deadlines, and court-related filings
• Participate in weekly status meetings with Paralegals and Case Managers
• Coordinate scheduling and calendaring using case management software
• Ensure client goal meetings are scheduled within two days of retention
• Handle day-to-day team communication through Slack, SharePoint, and Outlook
• Utilize CMS, SharePoint, and Adobe to organize files and prepare case documentation
• Support accurate time entry, billing, and documentation tracking
• Participate in performance reviews and workflow audits for process optimization
• Complete a minimum of 10 hours of continuing legal education annually
• Engage in case review meetings to ensure accuracy, efficiency, and ethical compliance

Legal Assistant Requirements:

• 1–2 years of Legal Assistant experience in civil litigation
• Strong understanding of legal administrative duties
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional experience
• Advanced proficiency in Adobe Acrobat Pro
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite
• Experience using case management software
• Excellent writing, organizational, and project management skills
• Experience in Probate Administration is a huge plus
• Familiarity with ClickUp, Asana, or similar task/project management tools
• Experience with e-discovery software or Trial Director is preferred

Benefits:

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Annual performance bonus
• Annual tech & toll stipend
• 401(k) with company match
• Generous PTO
• Paid Federal Holidays
• Collaborative, high-performance team culture

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