Litigation Legal Assistant

Jobot; Austin (TX); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision

401k with match

Life insurance and AD&D

FSA/HSA

Job summary

Jobot is seeking an experienced Litigation Legal Assistant to join our hybrid team. You will provide comprehensive administrative support to attorneys, manage calendars, and handle billing in a fast-paced litigation environment.

Responsibilities include drafting documents, coordinating travel, organizing files, and maintaining client relationships while staying current with legal procedures and industry trends.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience as a Legal Assistant or similar role, preferably within a litigation setting.
• Proficiency in calendar management and attorney billing, with strong attention to detail and multitasking.
• Excellent knowledge of legal terminology, court procedures, and legal document formatting.
• Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal with clients, attorneys and stakeholders.
• Strong organizational skills with high accuracy and confidentiality in fast-paced environments.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) and legal research software.
• A proactive and flexible approach, able to work independently or as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-level administrative support to a team of attorneys, including managing complex calendars, scheduling meetings, and coordinating travel arrangements.
• Prepare, edit, and proofread legal documents and correspondence, ensuring materials are accurate and professionally presented.
• Manage attorney billing, including preparing and submitting invoices, tracking payments, and resolving billing issues.
• Assist with preparation for trials, depositions, and hearings, including organizing evidence, research, and liaising with clients and witnesses.
• Maintain an organized and up-to-date filing system, ensuring confidential information is securely stored.
• Provide excellent customer service, acting as the first point of contact for clients and maintaining professional relationships.
• Stay up-to-date with changes in legislation and industry trends affecting current cases.

Skills

Calendar management

Billing management

Legal terminology

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Microsoft Office

Legal research software

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Outlook

Job description

Job Details

Hybrid Schedule!

This Jobot Job is hosted by: Arpana Davis

Salary: $75,000 - $85,000 per year

A Bit About Us

We are a growing full-service law firm with offices across several major U.S. markets, offering a broad platform that includes both sophisticated litigation and a deep transactional bench. Our attorneys represent a wide range of clients, from closely held businesses to national companies, in complex disputes and high-value business matters.

Why Join Us

• Medical/Dental/Vision
• 401k with match and profit sharing
• Life insurance and AD&D
• FSA/HSA

Position Description

Our prestigious legal firm is seeking an experienced and professional Litigation Legal Assistant to join our dynamic team. This position is a fantastic opportunity for a dedicated professional who is passionate about the law and wants to take their career to the next level. The successful candidate will be responsible for providing comprehensive legal administrative support to our team of attorneys, focusing on litigation matters. This includes everything from managing attorney calendars to handling attorney billing. If you are looking to work in a fast-paced environment where no two days are the same, this role could be for you.

Responsibilities

• 1. Provide high-level administrative support to a team of attorneys, including managing complex calendars, scheduling meetings, and coordinating travel arrangements.
• 2. Prepare, edit, and proofread legal documents and correspondence, ensuring all materials are accurate and professionally presented.
• 3. Manage attorney billing, including preparing and submitting invoices, tracking payments, and resolving any billing issues.
• 4. Assist with the preparation for trials, depositions, and hearings, including organizing evidence, conducting research, and liaising with clients and witnesses.
• 5. Maintain an organized and up-to-date filing system, ensuring all confidential information is securely stored and easily accessible.
• 6. Provide excellent customer service, acting as the first point of contact for clients and maintaining professional and positive relationships at all times.
• 7. Stay up-to-date with changes in legislation and industry trends, ensuring the legal team is aware of any potential impacts on current cases.

Qualifications

• 1. Minimum of 5 years of experience as a Legal Assistant or similar role, preferably within a litigation setting.
• 2. Proficiency in calendar management and attorney billing, with a strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• 3. Excellent knowledge of legal terminology, court procedures, and legal document formatting.
• 4. Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to liaise effectively with clients, attorneys, and other stakeholders.
• 5. Strong organizational skills, with the ability to maintain a high level of accuracy and confidentiality in a fast-paced environment.
• 6. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, and Outlook, as well as legal research software.
• 7. A proactive and flexible approach to work, with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot's policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.

Background Check

Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.