Legal Assistant

Overview

We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Legal Assistant to join our dynamic legal team. This vital role offers an exciting opportunity to support a wide range of legal functions across various practice areas, including estate planning, environmental law, litigation, and more. The ideal candidate will be energetic, organized, and possess a strong foundation in legal support processes. In this role, you will be instrumental in managing case files, conducting legal research, drafting documents, and providing exceptional administrative assistance to attorneys and clients alike. Your contributions will help ensure the smooth operation of our legal services while fostering a collaborative and professional environment.

Duties

• Assist attorneys with case management by organizing and maintaining legal files using document management systems such as iManage and PCLaw.
• Conduct comprehensive legal research utilizing Westlaw, LexisNexis, and other legal research tools to support case development across diverse practice areas including civil litigation, family law, securities law, tribal law, patent law, and workers' compensation law.
• Draft and proofread legal documents such as pleadings, contracts, discovery requests, correspondence, and reports with precision and clarity.
• Manage client communications by scheduling appointments, conducting interviews for case intake or fact gathering, and providing updates on case status while maintaining confidentiality at all times.
• Support procedural law compliance by preparing filings for courts or regulatory agencies and ensuring adherence to deadlines.
• Handle data entry tasks accurately for case records, billing information, and other administrative data using Microsoft Office applications.
• Assist with document review processes including reviewing evidence or discovery materials for relevance and accuracy.
• Provide executive administrative support by managing calendars, coordinating meetings, preparing agendas, and handling phone etiquette professionally.
• Support litigation activities through civil litigation support tasks such as document review, trial preparation assistance, and case file organization.
• Maintain knowledge of various practice areas including estate planning, environmental law, UCC law (Uniform Commercial Code), immigration law, landlord-tenant law, personal injury law (including personal injury case experience), general & commercial litigation, and procedural law to effectively support attorneys’ needs.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Legal Assistant or Paralegal with a strong background in legal support functions across multiple practice areas.
• Demonstrated proficiency with legal research tools such as Westlaw and LexisNexis.
• Familiarity with case management software including iManage and PCLaw; experience with document review systems is preferred.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities efficiently while maintaining attention to detail.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to draft clear legal documents and communicate professionally with clients and team members.
• Knowledge of procedural laws relevant to civil litigation and court filing procedures.
• Ability to handle confidential information discreetly following ethical guidelines.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) along with experience in legal writing and proofreading.
• Experience supporting diverse practice areas such as estate planning, environmental law, tribal regulations, patent law or securities law is a plus but not required.

Join us in delivering exceptional legal support that empowers our attorneys to serve clients effectively! This paid position offers the chance to grow your skills within a vibrant team dedicated to excellence in the legal field while supporting your professional development every step of the way.

Pay: $24.16 - $29.10 per hour

Work Location: In person