Litigation Legal Assistant – Grow with a Collaborative Firm

Wicker Smith; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Wicker Smith, a Phoenix-based law firm, seeks an experienced Legal Assistant with litigation background to support a team handling medical malpractice, automobile negligence, and general liability matters.

The ideal candidate has 2+ years of litigation experience, strong organizational and document management skills, and proficiency with MS Office, e-filing, and case management software. The role involves trial preparation and close collaboration with attorneys and clients.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of experience as a legal assistant.
• Strong knowledge of state court procedures and e-filing systems.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, case management software, and legal research tools.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• High level of attention to detail and ability to prioritize multiple tasks.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist attorneys with case management from inception through trial and post-trial.
• Draft, proofread, format legal documents, including pleadings, motions, discovery responses, and correspondence.
• File documents electronically with federal and state courts.
• Manage calendaring of court deadlines, hearings, depositions, and client meetings.
• Organizing and maintaining case files, exhibits, and evidence.
• Prepare and assist with trial preparation
• Communicate with clients, opposing counsel, court personnel, and expert witnesses.
• Provide general administrative support to attorneys as needed.

Skills

Litigation support

Communication

Time management

Independent worker

Tools

Microsoft Office

Case management software

E-filing systems

Legal research tools

Job description

Wicker Smith, a Phoenix-based law firm, seeks an experienced Legal Assistant with litigation background to support a team handling medical malpractice, automobile negligence, and general liability matters.

The ideal candidate has 2+ years of litigation experience, strong organizational and document management skills, and proficiency with MS Office, e-filing, and case management software. The role involves trial preparation and close collaboration with attorneys and clients.