Legal Practice Assistant

Womble Bond Dickinson; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Womble Bond Dickinson (US) LLP in Charlotte, North Carolina seeks a Litigation Legal Practice Assistant to support a busy litigation team in person. The role demands confidentiality, initiative, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Duties include drafting and proofreading pleadings, e-filing in Federal and State courts, coordinating meetings, maintaining attorney calendars, handling client intake, travel logistics, and organizing documents with NetDocuments;

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience as a litigation legal assistant.
• Experience in Complex Litigation and Trial is preferred.
• Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to prioritize effectively.
• Proven ability to work independently and exercise sound judgment.

Responsibilities

• Draft, proofread, and format pleadings and legal documents with precision and professionalism.
• Manage electronic filing of legal documents in Federal and State courts, ensuring compliance with procedural requirements.
• Coordinate in-person and virtual meetings including scheduling, room reservations, catering, and IT support.
• Maintain attorney calendars and schedules, ensuring timely reminders and updates.
• Provide daily administrative and clerical support to assigned attorneys.
• Open new client and matter files and assist with intake procedures.
• Prepare and submit electronic expense reports.
• Arrange travel itineraries and manage related logistics.
• Redline and compare documents using document comparison software.
• Organize and maintain electronic and paper files using NetDocuments.
• Analyze and save key correspondence and emails using standardized naming conventions.
• Foster positive working relationships with clients, attorneys, and staff.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organization

Communication skills

Time management

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate degree preferred

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

NetDocuments

Intapp Time

Microsoft Office Suite

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Womble Bond Dickinson (US) LLP is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Litigation Legal Practice Assistant to join our Charlotte, North Carolina office. This in-person position supports a dynamic litigation team and requires a proactive professional who can work independently, maintain strict confidentiality, and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate exceptional attention to detail, professionalism, and a commitment to delivering superior service to attorneys and clients alike.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Draft, proofread, and format pleadings and legal documents with precision and professionalism.
• Manage electronic filing of legal documents in both Federal and State courts, ensuring compliance with all procedural requirements.
• Coordinate in-person and virtual meetings including scheduling, room reservations, catering, and IT support.
• Maintain attorney calendars and schedules, ensuring timely reminders and updates.
• Provide daily administrative and clerical support to assigned attorneys.
• Open new client and matter files and assist with related intake procedures.
• Prepare and submit electronic expense reports.
• Arrange travel itineraries and manage related logistics.
• Redline and compare documents using document comparison software.
• Organize and maintain electronic and paper files using NetDocuments.
• Analyze and save key correspondence and emails using standardized naming conventions.
• Foster positive working relationships with clients, attorneys, and staff.
• Conduct research as requested by attorneys or paralegals.
• Respond professionally to inquiries from clients, attorneys, and internal teams.
• Maintain strict confidentiality and demonstrate discretion in all client matters.
• Enter attorney time using Intapp Time.
• Provide backup support to other team members as needed.
• Contribute to a collaborative and supportive team environment.

REQUIREMENTS:

• High School Diploma or GED required; associate or bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Minimum of 3+ years of experience as a litigation legal assistant.
• Experience in Complex Litigation and Trial is preferred.
• Proven ability to work independently and exercise sound judgment.
• Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to prioritize effectively.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including grammar and proofreading.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite; advanced Excel and PowerPoint skills preferred.
• Experience with electronic databases and document management systems.
• Familiarity with NetDocuments or similar document management systems preferred.