Litigation Legal Assistant

Keystone Distinction Group; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Keystone Distinction Group in Cleveland is seeking a Litigation Legal Assistant to provide support to busy litigation attorneys. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience in a law firm, strong administrative skills, and familiarity with litigation procedures. Responsibilities include preparing documents, filing electronically, tracking key deadlines, and assisting with billing tasks. This opportunity offers a team-oriented work environment focused on client service.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience in a law firm setting.
• Proficient in litigation support and e-filing.
• Strong judgment and organization skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative and litigation support to attorneys.
• Prepare and finalize legal documents.
• File documents electronically and communicate with courts.
• Track deadlines and client service needs.
• Assist with billing and reports.

Skills

Legal assistant experience in a law firm

Litigation support experience

Microsoft Office skills

Document management knowledge

Written and verbal communication

Organization and follow-through

Tools

Kofax/Nuance

InTapp

LMS+

iManage

Job description

We’re recruiting for a Litigation Legal Assistant opportunity with a respected law firm in Cleveland. This role is ideal for someone with strong law firm administrative experience who can support attorneys with litigation filings, deadlines, billing, document preparation, and day-to-day client service.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative and litigation support to attorneys and legal team members
• Prepare, edit, proofread, and finalize legal and business documents
• Electronically file documents with courts and communicate professionally with court personnel
• Track key deadlines, calendar dates, CLE items, reimbursements, and related follow-up
• Support client service needs, including scheduling, phone calls, meetings, and guest coordination
• Create, maintain, organize, and close files in accordance with firm procedures
• Assist with billing tasks, time entry, pre-bill review, reports, cover letters, and follow-up
• Prioritize multiple requests while staying responsive, accurate, and detail-focused

Qualifications

• Hands-on legal assistant experience in a law firm setting
• Litigation support experience, including e-filing and deadline tracking
• Strong Microsoft Office skills
• Experience with document management, billing, and legal workflow systems preferred
• Familiarity with tools such as Kofax/Nuance, InTapp, LMS+, iManage, or similar platforms is helpful
• Clear written and verbal communication skills
• Strong judgment, organization, follow-through, and client service mindset

This is a strong opportunity for a Legal Assistant who enjoys supporting busy litigation attorneys and wants to be part of a professional, team-oriented Cleveland office.