Legal Assistant

Jobot; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Life insurance

Short-term disability

Long-term disability

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Generous PTO

Free parking

401(k) retirement plan

Job summary

Jobot is seeking a Legal Assistant to support attorneys in a fast-paced civil litigation practice in Birmingham, Alabama. You will manage case activity, court deadlines, client communications, and various litigation support functions.

The ideal candidate has prior legal assistant experience, civil litigation exposure, and strong organizational and communication skills. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and familiarity with Alabama court filing systems (Alacourt/AlaFile) are a plus.

Qualifications

• Civil litigation experience strongly preferred.
• Plaintiff-side litigation experience is a significant plus.
• Experience with Alacourt and/or AlaFile preferred
• High level of proficiency with Microsoft Office and legal technology platforms.

Responsibilities

• Schedule depositions, hearings, mediations, and other litigation-related events
• Manage attorney calendars and case deadlines
• Prepare, proofread, and draft correspondence
• Electronically file pleadings and court documents through Alabama court systems
• Maintain case files and litigation documents
• Coordinate communications with clients, opposing counsel, experts, and court personnel
• Assist with trial preparation and discovery-related activities
• Ensure deadlines are met and files remain organized and up to date

Skills

Civil litigation experience

Strong organizational skills

Excellent written and verbal skills

Microsoft Office proficiency

Bilingual Spanish (desirable)

Attention to detail

Tools

Alacourt

AlaFile

Job description

Litigation Legal Assistant + Civil Litigation + Attorney Support + Birmingham + Excellent Benefits

Salary: $50,000 - $60,000 per year

Job is hosted by: Anne-Laure McGrory

We are a well-established Birmingham litigation firm representing clients in complex civil matters throughout Alabama. Our attorneys are committed to delivering exceptional client service while maintaining a collaborative and supportive team environment. We value professionalism, responsiveness, and strong relationships, both within our firm and with our clients.

Our legal support staff play a critical role in the success of our cases, working closely with attorneys to ensure matters move efficiently from intake through resolution.

Why join us?

• Stable, respected Birmingham law firm
• Direct attorney interaction and mentorship
• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on case outcomes
• Collaborative, team-oriented culture
• Long-term career growth potential
• Comprehensive benefits package
• 401(k) retirement plan

• Robust health insurance
• Life insurance coverage
• Short and long-term disability benefits
• Dental and vision coverage
• Generous PTO
• Convenient, free parking

Job Details

A growing and highly respected litigation firm is seeking a Legal Assistant to support attorneys in a fast-paced civil litigation practice.

This individual will work directly with attorneys and play an essential role in managing case activity, court deadlines, client communications, and litigation support functions.

Responsibilities

• Schedule depositions, hearings, mediations, and other litigation-related events
• Manage attorney calendars and case deadlines
• Prepare, proofread, and draft correspondence
• Electronically file pleadings and court documents through Alabama court systems
• Maintain case files and litigation documents
• Coordinate communications with clients, opposing counsel, experts, and court personnel
• Assist with trial preparation and discovery-related activities
• Ensure deadlines are met and files remain organized and up to date

Qualifications

• Previous legal assistant experience preferred
• Civil litigation experience strongly preferred
• Plaintiff-side litigation experience is a significant plus
• Experience with Alacourt and/or AlaFile preferredStrong organizational and multitasking skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities
• High level of proficiency with Microsoft Office and legal technology platforms
• Bilingual Spanish skills are highly desirable but not required
• Motivated, dependable, and able to thrive in a fast-paced environment

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