Litigation Legal Assistant: Precise, Client-Focused Support

Verrill; Portland (ME); On-site; USD 41,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Verrill in Portland, Maine seeks a Legal Assistant to support attorneys in our Litigation Practice Group. This full-time, hourly role emphasizes accurate drafting and timely filings to help keep matters on track.

The ideal candidate will have three years of litigation experience, strong computer skills (Outlook, Word, Excel), and the ability to manage multiple priorities with discretion and professionalism for clients and colleagues.

Qualifications

• Three years of litigation experience.
• General knowledge of state and federal trial court processes.
• Advanced computer skills: Outlook, Word, Excel.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Drafting, transcribing, revising, and proofreading legal documents and pleadings.
• Performing electronic court filings (eFiling) and docket management.
• Billing and time-entry management.
• Maintaining electronic and paper files.
• Coordinating calendars and tracking deadlines.
• Conducting general legal research.
• Serving as a primary contact for clients via calls and emails.
• Assisting clients with questions and ongoing matters.
• Managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Skills

Litigation experience

Outlook

Word

Excel

Tools

eFiling

Job description

Verrill in Portland, Maine seeks a Legal Assistant to support attorneys in our Litigation Practice Group. This full-time, hourly role emphasizes accurate drafting and timely filings to help keep matters on track.

The ideal candidate will have three years of litigation experience, strong computer skills (Outlook, Word, Excel), and the ability to manage multiple priorities with discretion and professionalism for clients and colleagues.