Case Assistant - Litigation

Procopio, Cory, Hargreaves & Savitch LLP; California (MO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental plan

Vision plan

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Wellness program

Job summary

Procopio, Cory, Hargreaves & Savitch LLP in the United States seeks a Case Assistant to support its Litigation Practice Team. You will prepare, format, proofread, and file pleadings and other documents, maintain electronic files, and coordinate court filings and deadlines.

The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail‑oriented, with strong written and verbal communication. A high school diploma is required; a bachelor’s degree is preferred.

Qualifications

• Highly organized and detail-oriented; able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced litigation environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; professional, responsive, and service-oriented approach.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, format, proofread, and file pleadings, motions, discovery, and other legal documents.
• Maintain electronic case files and coordinate document service and e-filings in state and federal courts.
• Manage litigation deadlines and calendars; assist with preparation of exhibits, binders, and materials for hearings, depositions, mediations, and trials.
• Assist with client intake, billing and time entry, travel coordination, document management, and processing litigation invoices and expenses.

Skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Organizational abilities

Multitasking

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

The Case Assistant will support the firm’s Litigation Practice Team by providing administrative and litigation support to attorneys, paralegals, and other legal professionals. This role works closely with the litigation team to assist with all phases of case management, including document preparation, court filings, trial preparation, scheduling, and matter organization. Responsibilities include preparing, formatting, proofreading, and filing pleadings, motions, discovery, and other legal documents; maintaining electronic case files; coordinating document service and e-filings in state and federal courts; managing litigation deadlines and calendars; and assisting with the preparation of exhibits, binders, and materials for hearings, depositions, mediations, and trials.

This position also supports the day-to-day operations of the practice by assisting with client intake, billing and time entry, travel coordination, document management, legal research, and processing litigation-related invoices and expenses. The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment while maintaining a professional, responsive, and service-oriented approach. Strong communication skills, sound judgment, and the ability to work collaboratively with attorneys, staff, clients, and vendors are essential.

Previous experience supporting litigation attorneys or working within a litigation practice group is preferred, with construction litigation experience considered a plus. Experience with trial preparation, legal document formatting, court filing procedures, and document management systems is highly desirable. Candidates should possess excellent written and verbal communication skills, strong attention to detail, and advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint. A high school diploma or equivalent is required; a bachelor's degree is preferred.

Procopio’s Culture of Excellence drives a collaborative and service-oriented environment. Our commitment to diversity and inclusion is an important part of our culture. Procopio has been recognized by Diversity Lab as a Mansfield Plus firm for advancing diverse attorneys into leadership roles and has been consistently ranked among the U.S. News – Best Lawyers® Best Law Firms.

Procopio offers generous total compensation packages. Typical pay range is from $60,000 – $75,000, depending on experience. If your pay expectation is outside this range, we still encourage you to apply. Bonuses are awarded in recognition of individual and firm performance. Full-time employees can participate in our comprehensive benefits program, including medical (HMO/PPO plans), dental (HMO/PPO plans), vision, flexible spending and health savings accounts, an Employee Assistance Program, wellness incentives, an excellent 401(k) profit-sharing program, and a generous paid time off policy. There are also opportunities for professional growth and advancement within the Litigation Practice Group.

Procopio is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and encourages applications from women, people of color, persons with disabilities, and LGBTQ+ individuals. We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace and do not discriminate on any basis protected by law.