Litigation Legal Assistant

Beacon Hill; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Robust benefits package

Job summary

Beacon Hill Legal in Washington, D.C. is seeking a Litigation Legal Assistant to support a team of attorneys handling complex litigation matters. You will provide administrative and litigation support throughout all stages of the litigation process in a fast-paced environment.

The role requires strong organization, attention to detail, and familiarity with complex litigation procedures and e-filing. Prior experience with legal document management and calendar coordination will be highly valued

Qualifications

• Strong organization and attention to detail in a fast-paced litigation environment.
• Knowledge of complex litigation procedures and court filing processes.
• Proficiency with legal technology, e-filing, and document management systems.

Responsibilities

• Support attorneys throughout complex litigation matters, including discovery, depositions, hearings, and trial preparation.
• Draft, proofread, format, and edit pleadings, motions, discovery materials, correspondence, and other legal documents.
• Coordinate court filings and e-filings and assist with tracking court dates, case deadlines, and filing requirements.
• Maintain and organize electronic case files, discovery materials, exhibits, and deposition and trial materials.
• Manage attorney calendars, scheduling, travel, expenses, and other administrative workflow.
• Maintain confidentiality of sensitive and privileged information.

Skills

Strong organization

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Professional communication

Legal technology familiarity

Education

High school diploma

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

Electronic filing

Document management systems

Legal research tools

Job description

Beacon Hill Legal is partnering with a prominent law firm seeking a Litigation Legal Assistant to support a team of attorneys handling complex litigation matters. This role will provide administrative and litigation support throughout all stages of the litigation process and is based in Washington, D.C.

Key Responsibilities

• Support attorneys throughout complex litigation matters, including discovery, depositions, hearings, and trial preparation.
• Draft, proofread, format, and edit pleadings, motions, discovery materials, correspondence, and other legal documents.
• Coordinate court filings and e-filings and assist with tracking court dates, case deadlines, and filing requirements.
• Maintain and organize electronic case files, discovery materials, exhibits, and deposition and trial materials.
• Manage attorney calendars, scheduling, travel, expenses, and other administrative workflow.
• Maintain confidentiality of sensitive and privileged information.

What You Bring

• Strong organization, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced litigation environment.
• Knowledge of complex litigation procedures, legal terminology, and state and federal court filing processes.
• Strong proofreading, document formatting, and professional communication skills.
• Comfort with legal technology, electronic filing, and document management systems.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Prior experience as a Legal Assistant supporting attorneys in complex litigation matters.

Beacon Hill is an equal opportunity employer and individuals with disabilities and/or protected veterans are encouraged to apply.

California residents: Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.

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Benefits Information

• Beacon Hill offers a robust benefit package including, but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, and federal and state leave programs as required by applicable agency regulations to those that meet eligibility. Upon successfully being hired, details will be provided related to our benefit offerings.