Litigation Legal Assistant

gpac; Tulsa (OK); On-site; USD 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

A Tulsa law firm is seeking a detail-oriented Litigation Legal Assistant to support attorneys with document prep, case file organization, correspondence, and scheduling. This full-time, office-based role focuses on managing deadlines, preparing pleadings under attorney direction, coordinating travel, and providing reliable coverage for the litigation team while maintaining confidentiality.

This position requires strong MS Office skills and a high school diploma (associates preferred).

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of admin support; 5+ years preferred.
• Experience as litigation assistant or legal secretary required.
• Familiar with legal terminology and litigation document formatting.
• Greeting and drafting correspondence, calendaring, and filing.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative and legal secretarial support to litigation attorneys and paralegals.
• Prepare and revise pleadings, briefs, and other litigation documents under attorney direction.
• Organize and maintain case files, correspondence, and documents.
• Coordinate calendars, appointments, and meetings with deadlines.
• Gather documents for attorney review and case preparation.
• Prepare professional correspondence and follow up on information requests.
• Coordinate travel and meeting arrangements as needed.
• Collaborate with the legal support team and cover for other attorneys.
• Maintain confidentiality and accuracy of sensitive case information.

Skills

Administrative support

Litigation experience

MS Office proficient

Proofreading and editing

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Litigation Legal Assistant

Tulsa, Oklahoma | Full-Time | Office-Based

A Tulsa law firm is seeking a detail-oriented Litigation Legal Assistant to support attorneys with legal document preparation, case file organization, correspondence, and scheduling. This opportunity is ideal for someone who enjoys working with a busy litigation team and keeping documents, deadlines, and daily priorities on track.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide administrative and legal secretarial support to litigation attorneys and paralegals.
• Prepare, format, proofread, and revise pleadings, briefs, and other litigation documents under attorney direction.
• Organize and maintain case files, correspondence, and supporting documentation.
• Coordinate attorney calendars, appointments, and case-related meetings, helping track important dates and deadlines.
• Gather documents and compile information needed for attorney review and case preparation.
• Prepare professional correspondence and follow up on requests for information.
• Coordinate travel, lodging, and meeting arrangements as needed.
• Collaborate with the legal support team and provide backup coverage for other attorneys.
• Maintain accuracy, professionalism, and confidentiality when handling sensitive case information.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of administrative support experience required; 5+ years preferred.
• Litigation legal assistant or legal secretary experience is required.
• Knowledge of legal terminology, procedures, and litigation document formatting.
• Strong Microsoft Office skills and the ability to prepare polished, accurate documents.
• Excellent proofreading, spelling, grammar, and written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage competing priorities, meet deadlines, and support multiple attorneys.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and professional judgment.
• High school diploma required; associate or bachelor's degree preferred. An equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations.