Litigation Legal Assistant

Job Description:
As a Litigation Legal Assistant you will be an essential part of our litigation team, providing critical support in all stages of litigation, from pre-trial preparation to post-trial activities. You will work closely with attorneys, clients, and court officials to manage case files, assist with legal research, and ensure all documents and deadlines are met. This is a great opportunity for Legal Assistants with 3+yrs experience looking for a firm that's stable and growing, offers generous compensation and benefits packages, hybrid flexibility and more. For more information contact Sara@ravenridgegroup.com in confidence or apply here.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist attorneys with preparing and filing litigation documents, including pleadings, motions, discovery, and subpoenas.

• Draft correspondence, legal documents, and affidavits as needed.

• Organize and maintain case files, including managing document discovery and evidence.

• Assist with legal research on case law, statutes, and legal precedents.

• Prepare and track filings with courts, including e-filing and hard-copy submissions.

• Coordinate with clients, experts, and witnesses for case preparation and deposition scheduling.

• Manage trial preparation, including organizing exhibits, preparing binders, and coordinating trial logistics.

• Communicate regularly with clients and provide status updates on case progress.

• Handle administrative tasks, including scheduling hearings, meetings, and maintaining attorney calendars.

• Ensure that all deadlines are met and documents are filed in accordance with court rules.

Qualifications:

• Proven experience as a Legal Assistant or Paralegal, ideally within a litigation-focused environment.

• In-depth knowledge of litigation processes, court rules, and legal terminology.

• Strong proficiency in document management, legal research tools, and Microsoft Office Suite.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Exceptional organizational skills and the ability to handle multiple tasks under tight deadlines.

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

• Knowledge of e-filing systems and case management software is preferred.

• Paralegal certification or relevant legal training is preferred but not required.