Legal Assistant
$50,000–$65,000 year
On-siteLas Vegas, Nevada, United States
Job Summary
Provide administrative and legal support to attorneys throughout all stages of litigation, including preparing correspondence, pleadings, reports, and court filings. Maintain attorney calendars, litigation deadlines, and case management systems while opening, organizing, and archiving electronic and physical legal files. Coordinate meetings, hearings, depositions, and mediations, and assist with document preparation, filing, and service of legal documents. Review documents for formatting and accuracy before filing, and process invoices and vendor documentation. Communicate professionally with courts, clients, outside counsel, and vendors while maintaining confidentiality. Maintain two years of legal administrative experience and proficiency with legal document management software.
Required Qualifications
- Minimum of two years of legal administrative or legal assistant experience
- Working knowledge of legal terminology, court procedures, and litigation processes
- Excellent organizational, proofreading, and communication skills
- Strong attention to detail with the ability to prioritize competing deadlines
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Adobe Acrobat, and legal document management software
- Professional demeanor with the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced legal environment
Desired Qualifications
- Experience supporting litigation attorneys
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