Detail-Oriented Litigation Legal Assistant

AppleOne Employment Services; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 42,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

AppleOne Employment Services is seeking a highly organized Litigation Legal Assistant to support attorneys in a fast-paced litigation environment. The role focuses on handling legal documents, court filings, calendars, and deadlines with precision and professionalism.

The ideal candidate has experience with filing deadlines, proofreading, and document formatting, and is proficient in Microsoft Office and PDF editing tools. Strong organizational and communication skills are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Previous Legal Assistant or Litigation Legal Assistant experience preferred.
• Experience with court filings and deadline management.
• Strong proofreading and document formatting skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and PDF editing tools.
• Excellent organizational, multitasking, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently.
• Experience with legal case management software is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Open and organize new legal matters, including conflict checks and file management.
• Maintain attorney calendars, court deadlines, and docket reports.
• Prepare, edit, proofread, and finalize legal documents and correspondence.
• Manage electronic and physical case files, ensuring all information is properly documented and accessible.
• Process court filings, including ECF filings and service of legal documents.
• Coordinate depositions, hearings, mediations, client meetings, and conference calls.
• Prepare document binders, exhibits, and case materials for litigation events.
• Review incoming mail, emails, and court notices for docketing and follow-up.
• Assist attorneys with billing, time entry review, and administrative tasks.
• Communicate professionally with clients, courts, and outside parties.

Skills

Proofreading

Organization

Communication

Multitasking

Independent work

Attention to detail

Tools

Microsoft Office

PDF editing tools

Court filing software

Job description

AppleOne Employment Services is seeking a highly organized Litigation Legal Assistant to support attorneys in a fast-paced litigation environment. The role focuses on handling legal documents, court filings, calendars, and deadlines with precision and professionalism.

The ideal candidate has experience with filing deadlines, proofreading, and document formatting, and is proficient in Microsoft Office and PDF editing tools. Strong organizational and communication skills are essential for success.