Legal Assistant, Litigation

Willcox Savage; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Willcox Savage in Norfolk, VA seeks a highly organized Legal Assistant to join our Litigation team. You will support attorneys with drafting pleadings, discovery, and other documents, manage case files, and coordinate depositions and hearings.

The ideal candidate has an Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Paralegal Studies, at least 2 years in a litigation role, and strong written and verbal communication, organization, and MS Office/ legal research database skills.

Qualifications

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Paralegal Studies or related field.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience as a Legal Assistant in a litigation practice.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and legal research databases.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Assist attorneys with all aspects of litigation, including drafting pleadings, discovery requests and responses, and other legal documents.
• Manage case files and maintain document databases.
• Coordinate and schedule depositions, hearings, and other meetings.
• Communicate with clients, opposing counsel, and court personnel.
• Perform legal research and analysis.
• Assist with trial preparation.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Research

Teamwork

Time management

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Paralegal Studies or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Legal research databases

Job description

Job Description: Legal Assistant, Litigation

Location: Norfolk, VA, 23510

Skills: Legal Assistant Litigation

We are seeking a highly motivated and organized Legal Assistant to join our Litigation team. The ideal candidate will have experience in a fast-paced legal environment and possess excellent communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities:

• Assist attorneys with all aspects of litigation, including drafting pleadings, discovery requests and responses, and other legal documents
• Manage case files and maintain document databases
• Coordinate and schedule depositions, hearings, and other meetings
• Communicate with clients, opposing counsel, and court personnel
• Perform legal research and analysis
• Assist with trial preparation

Requirements:

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Paralegal Studies or related field
• Minimum of 2 years of experience as a Legal Assistant in a litigation practice
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and legal research databases
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team