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Litigation Legal Assistant

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Job Title:  Litigation Legal Assistant – Civil Litigation Support

Full-Time | Hybrid

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Litigation Legal Assistant to provide comprehensive administrative and litigation support to attorneys and paralegals within a civil litigation practice.

The ideal candidate will possess strong organizational skills, exceptional attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced legal environment.

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide administrative and litigation support to attorneys and paralegals handling civil litigation matters

  • Manage attorney calendars, schedule consultations, depositions, hearings, court appearances, and client meetings

  • Prepare, edit, format, and proofread legal documents, pleadings, agreements, correspondence, and

discovery responses

  • Draft routine correspondence, engagement letters, conflict waivers, and assist with new matter intake and file opening procedures

  • Coordinate and process state and federal court filings, including electronic filing and service of legal documents

  • Prepare exhibit binders, trial notebooks, hearing materials, and maintain organized electronic and physical case files

  • Communicate professionally with clients, court personnel, opposing counsel, and third-party vendors

  • Track certified mailings, overnight deliveries, and manage document workflow

  • Process invoices, check requests, expense reports, and coordinate conference room scheduling

  • Collaborate closely with attorneys and paralegals to ensure efficient case management and workflow

Required Qualifications

Experience:

Legal Knowledge:

Technical Skills:

  • Experience with state and federal electronic filing systems (required)

Soft Skills:

  • Strong organizational and time-management skills with the ability to prioritize multiple tasks

  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills

  • Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment

  • Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively with attorneys, clients, vendors, and colleagues

  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment

Preferred Skills

  • Civil Litigation Support

  • Legal Documentation Preparation

  • Court Filings (State & Federal)

  • Discovery Support

  • Calendar Management

  • Case Management

  • Document Management Systems

  • Client Relations

  • Trial Preparation

Benefits

  • 401(k) Retirement Plan

  • Medical Insurance

  • Dental Insurance

  • Vision Insurance

  • Employer-Paid Life Insurance

  • AD&D Insurance

  • Short-Term Disability Insurance

  • Long-Term Disability Insurance

  • Paid Time Off (PTO)

  • Paid Holidays

Work Environment

  • Setting:  Civil litigation law practice

  • Culture:  Fast-paced, collaborative, detail-focused

  • Schedule:  Full-Time, Hybrid (combination of on-site and remote work)

  • Support:  Work alongside attorneys, paralegals, and legal staff

Equal Opportunity Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or any other protected status.

Ready to Join Our Civil Litigation Team?

If you are an experienced Litigation Legal Assistant with 3+ years of civil litigation support experience – and you are proficient in state and federal electronic filing and document management systems – apply today.

**[**Point of Contact

James Whiteman

Client Acquisition Manager

P:  (409) 777-4070

E:  James.Whitman@firman-solutions.com

A:  2766 Duniven Cir Suite 206 Amarillo TX 79109**]**

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