Litigation Legal Assistant

SourcePro Search, LLC; New York (NY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

SourcePro Search, LLC is seeking an experienced Litigation Legal Assistant in New York, NY. The role supports attorneys in a fast-paced litigation practice, with in-office work Monday through Friday initially and remote two days per week after 30 days.

Candidates should have 5+ years of law firm experience, strong litigation knowledge, top organizational skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities while delivering high-level administrative and legal support.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in a law firm, preferably in litigation.
• Strong knowledge of litigation procedures and legal doc prep.
• Excellent organization and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently with high volume.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to prioritize deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and legal tech tools.
• Professional demeanor and client-service focus.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive administrative and litigation support to attorneys.
• Prepare, edit, format, and revise legal documents.
• Assist with court filings and other litigation-related documents.
• Manage calendars, correspondence, mail, case files, and deadlines.
• Support attorneys with trial preparation, including exhibits and court logistics.
• Assist with document management, legal research, billing, time entry, and expenses.
• Coordinate travel and other administrative arrangements.
• Perform light paralegal duties and support the broader legal team as needed.

Skills

Law firm experience

Litigation procedures knowledge

Organizational skills

Independent work

Written and verbal communication

Deadline prioritization

Microsoft Office proficiency

Client service

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Legal technology

Job description

Litigation Legal Assistant

New York, NY | Hybrid After 30 Days

A leading law firm is seeking an experienced Litigation Legal Assistant to support attorneys in a fast‑paced litigation practice. The ideal candidate will have a strong litigation background, excellent organizational skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities while providing high‑level administrative and legal support. This position is in‑office Monday through Friday initially, with the opportunity to work remotely two days per week after 30 days.

What You’ll Do

• Provide comprehensive administrative and litigation support to attorneys.
• Prepare, edit, format, and revise legal documents.
• Assist with court filings and other litigation‑related documents.
• Manage calendars, correspondence, mail, case files, and deadlines.
• Support attorneys with trial preparation, including exhibits, trial binders, and court logistics.
• Assist with document management, legal research, billing, time entry, and expense reports.
• Coordinate travel and other administrative arrangements.
• Perform light paralegal duties and provide support to the broader legal team as needed.

What You’ll Bring

• 5+ years of law firm experience, preferably supporting a litigation practice.
• Strong knowledge of litigation procedures and legal document preparation.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently while managing a high volume of work.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to prioritize competing deadlines in a fast‑paced environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and legal technology.
• Professional demeanor and strong client‑service skills.