Legal Assistant Litigation

Leeds Professional Resources; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Leeds Professional Resources is seeking a Legal Assistant (Litigation) in New York to support attorneys by preparing and organizing legal documents, managing case files, and coordinating court filings.

This role requires meticulous attention to detail, strong organizational abilities, and the capacity to communicate effectively with clients, court personnel, and opposing counsel to facilitate efficient case management.

Qualifications

• Attention to detail required.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Effective communication within legal teams.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and proofread legal documents, pleadings, and correspondence for litigation cases
• Manage and organize case files, exhibits, and evidence
• Coordinate scheduling of depositions, court dates, and meetings
• Assist attorneys with trial preparation and document management
• Communicate with clients, court personnel, and opposing counsel as directed
• Maintain litigation calendars and deadlines to ensure timely filings
• File legal documents electronically and in-person with courts
• Conduct basic legal research and case status tracking

Job description

Job Description

The Legal Assistant Litigation role supports attorneys by preparing and organizing legal documents, managing case files, and coordinating court filings related to litigation matters. This position demands strong attention to detail, excellent organizational skills, and the ability to communicate effectively within legal teams to facilitate efficient case management.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and proofread legal documents, pleadings, and correspondence for litigation cases
• Manage and organize case files, exhibits, and evidence
• Coordinate scheduling of depositions, court dates, and meetings
• Assist attorneys with trial preparation and document management
• Communicate with clients, court personnel, and opposing counsel as directed
• Maintain litigation calendars and deadlines to ensure timely filings
• File legal documents electronically and in-person with courts
• Conduct basic legal research and case status tracking