Litigation Legal Assistant
Job Description
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Ascension Global Staffing & Executive Search is partnering with a reputable and growing law firm in Miami seeking an experienced Litigation Legal Assistant to support a busy litigation practice. The ideal candidate will be highly organized, detail-oriented, proactive, and capable of managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced legal environment.
Responsibilities
- Provide administrative and legal support to attorneys and litigation teams
- Prepare, revise, and proofread legal documents, pleadings, correspondence, and discovery materials
- Manage court filings in both state and federal courts, including e-filing procedures
- Maintain attorney calendars, schedule hearings, depositions, mediations, and client meetings
- Coordinate and manage case files, deadlines, and docketing requirements
- Communicate with clients, opposing counsel, court personnel, and vendors professionally
- Assist with trial preparation, including organizing exhibits, binders, and case materials
- Handle billing, expense reports, and time entry as needed
- Perform additional administrative duties to support the litigation department
Qualifications
- 3+ years of litigation legal assistant experience within a law firm environment
- Strong knowledge of state and federal court filing procedures
- Experience supporting multiple attorneys in a fast-paced practice
- Excellent organizational, communication, and multitasking skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Outlook, and Excel
- Experience with legal management and document management systems preferred
- Ability to work independently while maintaining a high level of professionalism and confidentiality
Preferred Experience
- Commercial litigation experience preferred
- Trial preparation experience is a plus
- Familiarity with billing software and litigation support platforms preferred
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive compensation package
- Comprehensive benefits package
- Professional and collaborative work environment
- Opportunity for long-term growth and stability