Legal Assistant - Litigation
On-site · Binghamton, New York, United States
Job Summary
Experienced Litigation Legal Assistant needed to support attorneys in a busy litigation practice. Responsibilities include drafting, formatting, and editing legal documents and correspondence (pleadings, motions, letters, memoranda) from typed, handwritten, or dictated materials; filing pleadings electronically with federal and state courts; maintaining and organizing litigation files; tracking case deadlines and attorney calendars; scheduling meetings, depositions, conferences, and travel; entering and finalizing billable time; and responding to client inquiries under attorney direction. Requires strong organization, attention to detail, ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment, and proficient use of Microsoft Word and Excel as well as electronic court filing systems. Collaboration with team members and a professional client-service approach are essential.
Required Qualifications
- Minimum 3 years of litigation legal assistant experience or strong computer skills and a desire to learn
- Strong proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel
- Experience with electronic court filing systems
- Excellent organizational skills with strong attention to detail
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
- Professional demeanor and commitment to client service
- Flexibility to work occasional overtime as needed
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