Litigation Assistant

morganmorganjobsapplynow; Scranton (Lackawanna County); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Morgan & Morgan is seeking a qualified Litigation Assistant to support the legal team and manage the law firm’s day-to-day operations. The ideal candidate will have a strong work ethic, problem-solving abilities, and thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities include scheduling hearings, maintaining pleadings, organizing case files, drafting documents, and coordinating client meetings. Prior experience in a law firm or corporate legal department is preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Associates degree in paralegal studies, paralegal certificate, or bachelor’s degree preferred.
• At least 2 years of experience as an administrative assistant or paralegal.
• Experience in Personal Injury, Workers Compensation, Premises, or related areas preferred.
• Ability to multi-task and work in a fast-paced environment with minimal supervision.
• Strong written and communication skills, and calendar/depositions proficiency.
• Knowledge of motions, discovery, evidence, and litigation procedures.
• Highly organized with attention to deadlines.
• Proficient in MS Word, Excel, Outlook; typing speed >= 35 wpm.

Responsibilities

• Perform administrative duties such as scheduling hearings and deadlines and organizing case files.
• Maintain pleadings and discovery indexes.
• Organize exhibits, documents, and briefs for cases.
• Improve administrative processes for efficiency.
• Collect and organize evidence for attorney review and case prep.
• Draft and proofread legal documents and correspondence.
• Research regulations and laws for reports and case files.
• Prepare and manage client bills; resolve billing issues with billing attorney.
• Schedule meetings, interviews, and depositions with clients and witnesses.
• Maintain paper and electronic filing systems; provide general admin support.
• Performs other duties as needed.

Skills

Multitasking

Written communication

Oral communication

Attention to detail

Time management

Typed 35 wpm

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associates degree in paralegal studies / paralegal certificate / bachelor’s degree

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Outlook

Job description

Summary

We are seeking a qualified Litigation Assistant to join our team. As a Litigation Assistant, you will be responsible for managing the law firm's day-to-day operations, including carrying out administrative services and supporting the legal team. This position's ideal candidate has a strong work ethic, exceptional problem-solving skills, and comfortable working in a fast-paced dynamic workplace.

Responsibilities

• Perform administrative duties, such as scheduling calendar hearings and deadlines, organizing case files, and managing logistics
• Maintain pleadings and discovery indexes
• Organize exhibits, documents, evidence, briefs, and appendices
• Implement and improve administrative processes for more efficient workflow
• Collect, examine, and organize evidence and other legal documents for attorney review and case preparation
• Draft and proofread correspondence and legal documents, such as pleadings and contracts
• Research regulations, laws, and legal articles to assist with the preparation of reports, case files, and legal advice
• Manage client billing by preparing, finalizing, and sending out bills, as well as resolving billing issues in cooperation with the billing attorney
• Communicate with clients and witnesses to schedule meetings, interviews, and depositions
• Manage, organize, and maintain documents in paper or electronic filing systems
• Provide general administrative assistance, such as maintaining the attorney's calendar and making travel arrangements
• Performs other related duties as assigned to meet the needs of the business

Qualifications

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required
• Associates degree in paralegal studies, a paralegal certificate, or a bachelor's degree is preferred
• At least 2 years of experience as an administrative assistant (preferably in a law firm or in a corporate legal department), legal assistant, legal secretary, or paralegal
• Experience in Personal Injury, Workers Compensation, Premises, or other injury related practice areas (preferred)
• Must possess the ability to multi-task, prioritize, handle a fast-paced environment, and manage workload with a great attitude and minimal supervision
• Great written and communication skills, be proficient in calendar depositions, mediation, and hearings
• Applicable knowledge of motions, discovery, evidence, litigation documentation, court rules, and procedures, practices, etc
• Highly organized with the ability to juggle multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Strong writing and communication skills along with attention to detail
• Extensive computer and database expertise, Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and type no less than 35 wpm

Benefits

Morgan & Morgan is a leading personal injury law firm dedicated to protecting the people, not the powerful. This success starts with our staff.

• medical and dental insurance
• 401(k) plan
• paid time off
• paid holidays

Equal Opportunity Statement

Morgan & Morgan provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

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