Job Description

About the Position

We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated Legal Assistant with at least five (5) years of litigation experience to join our practice. The position is to support Kathleen Wyllie, one of the firm's partners, whose practice is primarily insurance defense, with some plaintiff personal injury matters and other civil litigation as well. The ideal candidate is someone who is proactive, detail-oriented, and able to manage responsibilities with minimal supervision. The position is in-office.

Key Responsibilities

- Draft, format, and proofread litigation documents including pleadings, motions, orders, discovery requests/responses, subpoenas, and correspondence.

- Prepare and organize case files, exhibits, and supporting materials.

- Attend to e-filing of court documents.

- Maintain attorney calendars, schedule hearings, depositions, arbitrations and meetings.

- Communicate professionally with clients, courts, opposing counsel, and vendors.

- Manage case deadlines and ensure timely completion of tasks.

- Work independently, anticipate case needs, and take initiative to move matters forward.

Qualifications

- Minimum 5 years of hands-on litigation experience in a law firm.

- Strong knowledge of civil procedure, court rules, and e-filing systems.

- Exceptional drafting, proofreading, and organizational skills.

- Ability to work independently with limited instruction and exercise sound judgment.

- Proficiency with Microsoft Office, document management systems, and legal software.

- Excellent communication skills and a strong sense of initiative.

Ideal Candidate Qualities

- Self-starter with the ability to anticipate attorney and case needs.

- Highly reliable, detail-oriented, and able to manage competing priorities.

- Comfortable working in a fast-paced litigation environment with shifting deadlines.

How to Apply

Please submit your resume and a brief cover letter.

Job Type: Full-time

Expected hours: 37.5 per week

Work Location: In person