Litigation Practice Assistant

A prestigious national law firm is seeking an experienced Legal Practice Assistant to provide litigation support to senior leadership within a highly specialized legal practice. This role supports attorneys across multiple U.S. offices and requires a professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment, manages competing priorities effectively, and maintains exceptional attention to detail.

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This opportunity is ideal for a proactive legal support professional who enjoys working collaboratively while taking ownership of critical administrative and litigation-related responsibilities.
Key ResponsibilitiesPrepare, edit, format, and proofread legal correspondence, court documents, memoranda, reports, and other attorney work product.Coordinate and submit electronic filings in federal and state courts.Provide litigation support, including hearing preparation, exhibit management, deposition coordination, transcript requests, and filing-related activities.Manage complex attorney calendars, meeting scheduling, and Microsoft Teams coordination.Arrange business travel and assist with related logistics.Maintain and organize client files and case records in both electronic and physical formats.Enter and track critical deadlines using legal docketing systems.Process expense reports and vendor invoices through firm financial systems.Assist with file closing procedures and records management.Coordinate client meetings, conferences, depositions, and related hospitality arrangements.Reserve conference space and support videoconferencing logistics for meetings and legal proceedings.
Qualifications4+ years of legal administrative, litigation support, or executive assistant experience within a law firm or professional services environment.Hands-on experience with federal and state court e-filings.Prior filing experience in one or more of the following jurisdictions is strongly preferred: Illinois, California, New York, Florida, and Pennsylvania.Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, Teams, Adobe Acrobat, document formatting, redlining, and styles.Experience utilizing legal document management, docketing, transcription, and expense management systems.Strong typing and document production skills (60+ WPM preferred).Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple deadlines simultaneously.Excellent written and verbal communication skills.Ability to work effectively with attorneys, clients, and colleagues at all levels of an organization.High school diploma or equivalent required.
Compensation & BenefitsBase salary:$75,000 - $90,000, depending on experience and qualifications.Hybrid work environment.Opportunity to support senior leadership within a nationally recognized legal practice.Comprehensive benefits package available.
Why Consider This Opportunity?Join a well-established national law firm known for handling sophisticated legal matters across a broad range of industries. xzbcwsv This role offers exposure to high-level litigation work, collaboration with attorneys across several major markets, and the chance to be a key contributor within a respected legal team.