Litigation Legal Assistant (Hybrid)

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Salary: $75,000 - $90,000 per year

Our client, a multi-disciplined commercial litigation regional firm with offices in the Mid-Atlantic and Northeast, servicing clients in all 50 states and the District of Columbia. Their clients are Fortune 200 companies and other large privately-held companies.

Currently seeking a skilled Litigation Legal Assistant to join its Litigation Team. This role is perfect for those who thrive in a challenging environment and are eager to take on a diverse range of tasks. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work closely with the firm's legal team to assist in all aspects of litigation, including white-collar litigation, commercial litigation and employment cases.

• Hybrid Schedule (3 in / 2 out)
• Inclusive culture and lots of firm events throughout the year!
• 401(k)
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off

Key Responsibilities:

• Generate, edit, and finalize a wide range of legal documents and correspondence, inluding but not limited to Answers, Motions, reports, pleadings, Appearances, Responses to Discovery, etc.
• Manage case initiation procedures, including conflict checks and file organization
• Prepare and submit legal filings in various jurisdictions
• Maintain comprehensive calendar systems for case-related events and deadlines
• Process incoming communications and manage attorneys' schedules
• Handle timekeeping, billing procedures, and expense management

Qualifications:

• Minimum 4 years of experience supporting attorneys in commercial/civil litigation
• Proficiency in state and federal court procedures, including electronic filing systems on NJ and PA
• Exceptional attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities
• Strong organizational skills with a proactive approach to problem-solving
• Excellent interpersonal and communication abilities
• Adaptability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office suite
• Familiarity with legal-specific software platforms is advantageous

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