Legal Assistant

State Bar of Nevada; Las Vegas (NV); On-site; USD 52,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The State Bar of Nevada in Las Vegas is seeking a highly organized litigation support professional to assist trial attorneys through all phases of active cases. Responsibilities include preparing, proofreading, formatting, and finalizing civil pleadings and discovery, e-filing in multiple jurisdictions, managing court deadlines, hearing dates, and exhibits.

A minimum of five years in a litigation-focused legal assistant or secretary role is required, with strong knowledge of Nevada and Federal

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years in a litigation-focused legal assistant or secretary role.
• Strong knowledge of litigation procedures and court filing protocols across Nevada and Federal courts.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Able to stay calm and organized under pressure with strong prioritization skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, proofread, format, and finalize legal pleadings and discovery for civil litigation cases, including motions, oppositions, and briefs.
• E-file documents in multiple jurisdictions.
• Manage court deadlines, hearing dates, and scheduling notices.
• Prepare hearing binders, deposition materials, and exhibits.
• Maintain well-organized electronic case files.
• Provide general administrative support to attorneys including scheduling, calendaring deadlines, and coordinating travel.
• Act as a point of contact for vendors and clients as needed.
• Triage urgent tasks and be available to work overtime when deadlines demand it.

Skills

Litigation support experience

E-filing proficiency

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Tools

E-filing platforms

Job description

The ideal candidate is highly organized, thrives under pressure, and has substantial experience supporting litigation attorneys through all phases of active cases.

Responsibilities include:

• Prepare, proofread, format, and finalize legal pleadings and discovery for civil litigation cases, including motions, oppositions, and briefs.
• E-file documents in multiple jurisdictions.
• Manage court deadlines, hearing dates, and scheduling notices.
• Prepare hearing binders, deposition materials, and exhibits.
• Maintain well-organized electronic case files.
• Provide general administrative support to attorneys including scheduling, calendaring deadlines, and coordinating travel.
• Act as a point of contact for vendors and clients as needed.
• Triage urgent tasks and be available to work overtime when deadlines demand it.

• Minimum 5 years of experience in a litigation-focused legal assistant or secretary role.
• Strong knowledge of litigation procedures and court filing protocols across Nevada and Federal courts.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Able to stay calm and organized under pressure with strong prioritization skills.