Legal Assistant – Transactional & Litigation Support

NACBA; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Michael Best & Friedrich LLP is seeking a driven Legal Assistant for our Raleigh, NC office to provide on-site legal and administrative support to timekeepers in Transactional and Litigation practices. The role requires prior Legal Assistant experience and familiarity with supporting Transactional and Litigation attorneys.

Responsibilities include managing calendars, preparing engagement letters, drafting and finalizing documents, maintaining files, and handling billing-related communications

Qualifications

• Prior experience as a Legal Assistant
• Experience supporting Transactional and Litigation attorneys
• On-site in Raleigh, NC office required

Responsibilities

• Manage calendar of appointments, meetings, and travel for timekeepers
• Process new client/matter documents and conflict checks
• Prepare engagement letters and confidential correspondence
• Transcribe and finalize legal documents and memos
• Maintain hard-copy and electronic files
• Assist with electronic court filings and docket management
• Prepare and submit expense reports and reimbursements
• Enter time into time management software and generate reports
• Communicate with clients about billing issues

Skills

Calendar management

Document preparation

Time entry

Client communication

Court filings

Tools

Excel

Time management software

Expense management software

CourtAlert

Job description

Michael Best & Friedrich LLP is seeking a driven Legal Assistant for our Raleigh, NC office to provide on-site legal and administrative support to timekeepers in Transactional and Litigation practices. The role requires prior Legal Assistant experience and familiarity with supporting Transactional and Litigation attorneys.

Responsibilities include managing calendars, preparing engagement letters, drafting and finalizing documents, maintaining files, and handling billing-related communications