Litigation Legal Assistant

Position Title: Litigation Legal Assistant

Placement Type: Direct Hire

Only candidates with law firm experience will be considered.

Position Summary
A Litigation Legal Assistant provides administrative and legal support to attorneys handling civil or criminal litigation matters. This role involves managing case files, preparing legal documents, coordinating court filings, maintaining calendars and deadlines, communicating with clients, and supporting trial preparation.

Key Responsibilities
Case Management

• Organize and maintain physical and electronic case files
• Track litigation deadlines, court dates, and filing requirements
• Manage document production and discovery materials
• Monitor case status and update attorneys regularly

Legal Document Preparation

• Draft, proofread, and format:
  • Pleadings
  • Motions
  • Subpoenas
  • Discovery requests and responses
  • Correspondence
  • Trial binders
• File documents with state and federal courts, including e-filing systems

Calendar & Scheduling

• Coordinate attorney calendars
• Schedule depositions, hearings, mediations, and client meetings
• Arrange travel and logistics for trials or court appearances

Client & Court Communication

• Serve as a point of contact for clients, opposing counsel, courts, and vendors
• Maintain confidentiality of sensitive legal information
• Provide status updates and gather documents from clients

Trial Preparation

• Assist with exhibit preparation and witness coordination
• Prepare trial notebooks and exhibits
• Coordinate courtroom technology and logistics

Administrative Support

• Manage billing entries and expense reports
• Handle mail, scanning, and document management systems
• Assist with timekeeping and attorney administrative tasks

Qualifications
Education

• Associate degree, paralegal certificate, or equivalent experience preferred

Experience

• 2+ years of litigation support or legal assistant experience preferred
• Experience with civil litigation procedures and court rules

Skills

• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• High attention to detail
• Proficiency with:
  • Microsoft Office Suite
  • Legal case management software
  • E-filing systems
  • Document management platforms

Knowledge

• Familiarity with:
  • State and federal court procedures
  • Legal terminology
  • Discovery processes
  • Trial preparation practices

Preferred Qualities

• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
• Professional demeanor and discretion
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Team-oriented mindset with ability to work independently

Talantage, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected classification under applicable law.