Litigation Assistant: Master Case Prep & Scheduling

Morgan & Morgan; Montgomery (AL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Morgan & Morgan seeks a qualified Litigation Assistant to join our team and support the legal staff with day-to-day operations, calendars, case files, pleadings, and discovery.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma or GED, 2+ years of admin/paralegal experience, strong writing and communication skills, and the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment. Remote/hybrid not eligible; full-time position.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Associates/paralegal degrees or certificate preferred.
• Bilingual English and Spanish preferred.
• At least 2 years of administrative assistant or paralegal experience.
• Experience in Personal Injury, WC, Premises or related practice preferred.
• Ability to multi-task and work in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong writing and communication; proficient with calendar, depositions, mediation, hearings.
• Proficient in Word, Excel, Outlook; typing ≥35 wpm.
• Remote and/or hybrid not eligible.

Responsibilities

• Perform administrative duties (scheduling calendar hearings and deadlines, organize case files, manage logistics).
• Maintain pleadings and discovery indexes.
• Organize exhibits, documents, evidence, briefs, and appendices.
• Implement and improve upon administrative processes for 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 reports and case files.
• Manage client billing by preparing, finalizing, and sending bills; resolve billing issues with billing attorney.
• Communicate with clients and witnesses to schedule meetings, interviews, and depositions.
• Manage, organize, and maintain documents in paper or electronic filing systems.
• Performs other related duties as assigned to meet business needs.

Skills

Strong writing skills

Excellent communication

Multi-tasking

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associates degree in paralegal studies

Paralegal certificate

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Outlook

Legal databases

Job description

Morgan & Morgan seeks a qualified Litigation Assistant to join our team and support the legal staff with day-to-day operations, calendars, case files, pleadings, and discovery.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma or GED, 2+ years of admin/paralegal experience, strong writing and communication skills, and the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment. Remote/hybrid not eligible; full-time position.