Litigation Legal Assistant

A well-established and highly respected law firm is seeking an experienced Litigation Legal Assistant to join its Cleveland office. This position supports a busy litigation practice and offers the opportunity to work with experienced attorneys in a collaborative, professional environment.

The ideal candidate has prior law firm experience, excels in a fast-paced setting, and is highly organized, detail-oriented, and committed to delivering exceptional client service.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide administrative and litigation support to multiple attorneys.

• Prepare, revise, proofread, and finalize legal correspondence, pleadings, and other legal documents.

• Electronically file court documents in state and federal courts and communicate with court personnel as needed.

• Manage attorney calendars, litigation deadlines, court dates, meetings, and travel arrangements.

• Coordinate client communications, schedule meetings, and provide outstanding client service.

• Maintain electronic and physical case files from opening through closing.

• Assist with billing, time entry, pre-bill review, expense reimbursements, and related administrative tasks.

• Prioritize competing deadlines while maintaining accuracy, confidentiality, and attention to detail.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of Litigation Legal Assistant experience in a law firm.

• Experience with litigation procedures, court filings, and deadline management.

• Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, Excel, and PowerPoint).

• Experience with document management and legal billing systems preferred.

• Familiarity with software such as iManage, InTapp, Kofax/Nuance, LMS+, or similar legal technology is a plus.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Strong organizational, multitasking, and problem-solving abilities.

• Professional demeanor with a commitment to exceptional client service.

Compensation - $65,000 - $85000