Litigation Legal Assistant
Phoenix, AZ Direct-Hire $85000.00 - $95000.00 Hybrid

Job Description

Legal Assistant

Our client, a highly respected national law firm, is seeking a Legal Assistant to provide comprehensive support to multiple attorneys in a fast-paced litigation practice. This role requires exceptional organizational, communication, and time-management skills, along with experience supporting labor and employment or complex litigation matters. This is a hybrid position based in Phoenix requiring approximately 2-3 days per week in the office.

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide high-level administrative and legal support to multiple attorneys.
  • Coordinate attorney support needs with centralized administrative, calendaring, billing, and document production teams.
  • Prepare and submit detailed work requests, ensuring complete instructions and supporting documentation are provided.
  • Collaborate with attorneys and legal team members to streamline workflow and avoid duplication of requests.
  • Monitor and track court deadlines, filing requirements, and important case milestones.
  • Maintain and update electronic matter files and case management systems.
  • Prepare, review, and format legal documents, including Tables of Contents (TOC) and Tables of Authorities (TOA).
  • Coordinate and finalize documents for filing with courts, administrative agencies, and opposing counsel.
  • Electronically file pleadings and other legal documents in accordance with court and agency rules.
  • Ensure documents are properly organized, filed, and maintained within the firm's document management system.
  • Open new matters and maintain client records in accordance with firm procedures.
  • Coordinate transcription services, document production, and large-scale printing projects.
  • Manage attorney contacts and client relationship data within firm systems.
  • Maintain accurate records of assignments, projects, and completed tasks.
  • Assist with billing-related matters, including reviewing and editing client prebills when needed.

Interested candidates should have at least three years of litigation support experience in a law firm environment. The ideal candidate will have strong organizational and communication skills, experience managing deadlines for multiple attorneys, proficiency with court filings and litigation procedures, and advanced knowledge of legal software.

Our client is a nationally recognized law firm known for its collaborative culture, commitment to professional development, and investment in technology. The firm offers a competitive compensation and benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, 401(k), generous PTO, paid parental leave, wellness resources, life and disability insurance, and additional family-support benefits. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Legal Assistant seeking a long-term role with a respected and stable law firm. If interested, please apply today. Call Corey at 720.504.2668 with any questions!

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, and San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.

Job Reference: JN -102026-432441