Litigation Assistant - On-Site Legal Support

Socket.dev; New Albany (IN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Job summary

Morgan & Morgan is seeking a qualified Litigation Assistant to join our team. The role involves managing day-to-day operations, supporting the legal team, and handling administrative services in a fast-paced environment.

The ideal candidate has a strong work ethic, problem-solving skills, and experience in a law firm or corporate legal department. On-site role with full-time benefits and opportunities for growth within a leading personal injury firm.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Associates degree in paralegal studies, a paralegal certificate, or a bachelor's degree preferred.
• Bilingual English and Spanish (preferred).
• At least 2 years of experience as an administrative assistant / legal assistant / paralegal.
• Experience in Personal Injury, WC, Premises, or other injury related practice areas preferred.
• Ability to multitask, prioritize, handle a fast-paced environment, and manage workload with a positive attitude and minimal supervision.
• Great written and communication skills; proficient in calendar depositions, mediation, and hearings.
• Knowledge of motions, discovery, evidence, litigation documentation, court rules and procedures; highly organized with attention to detail.
• Extensive computer and database expertise, Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook; typing speed 35+ wpm.

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 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 (pleadings, contracts).
• Research regulations, laws, and legal articles to assist with reports, case files, and legal advice.
• Manage client billing and communication 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 duties as assigned.

Skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Multitasking

Strong writing

Excellent communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate degree/paralegal studies/preferred

Paralegal certificate/bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Outlook

Job description

Morgan & Morgan is seeking a qualified Litigation Assistant to join our team. The role involves managing day-to-day operations, supporting the legal team, and handling administrative services in a fast-paced environment.

The ideal candidate has a strong work ethic, problem-solving skills, and experience in a law firm or corporate legal department. On-site role with full-time benefits and opportunities for growth within a leading personal injury firm.