Legal Assistant - Fast-Paced Litigation Support (On-Site)

Morgan & Morgan, P.A.; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off and paid holidays

Job summary

Morgan & Morgan is seeking a qualified Legal Assistant to support day-to-day operations in a fast-paced law firm environment. You will assist the legal team with administrative tasks and case preparation, requiring a strong work ethic and problem-solving skills.

The role emphasizes calendar management, document organization, and reliable communication with clients and witnesses. On-site work provides direct exposure to the team and cases. Competitive benefits accompany full-time employment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Associates degree in paralegal studies, paralegal certificate, or bachelor's degree preferred.
• At least 1 year of experience as an administrative assistant in a law firm or corporate legal department.
• Experience in Social Security, Personal Injury, Workers Compensation, Premises Liability, or other injury-related practice areas (preferred).
• Ability to multi-task, prioritize, and work in a fast-paced environment with minimal supervision.
• Strong writing and communication skills; proficient in calendar deposits, mediation, and hearings.
• Knowledge of motions, discovery, evidence, litigation documentation, court rules, and procedures.
• Highly organized with the ability to juggle multiple deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Perform administrative duties: scheduling hearings and deadlines, organizing case files, and logistics.
• Maintain pleadings and discovery indexes.
• Organize exhibits, documents, evidence, briefs, and appendices.
• Improve administrative processes to enhance workflow.
• Collect, examine, and organize evidence for attorney review and case preparation.
• Draft and proofread correspondence and legal documents such as pleadings and contracts.
• Research regulations, laws, and legal articles for reports and case files.
• Manage client billing: prepare, finalize, and send bills; resolve billing issues with billing attorney.
• Coordinate with clients and witnesses to schedule meetings and depositions.
• Maintain physical and electronic filing systems.

Skills

Multi-tasking

Communication

Calendar management

Typing speed

Attention to detail

Education

Associates degree in paralegal studies

Paralegal certificate

Bachelor's degree (preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Outlook

Job description

Morgan & Morgan is seeking a qualified Legal Assistant to support day-to-day operations in a fast-paced law firm environment. You will assist the legal team with administrative tasks and case preparation, requiring a strong work ethic and problem-solving skills.

The role emphasizes calendar management, document organization, and reliable communication with clients and witnesses. On-site work provides direct exposure to the team and cases. Competitive benefits accompany full-time employment.