Litigation Legal Assistant — Precision & Hybrid Work

Hawthorne Lane; Baltimore (MD); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k)

PTO

Job summary

Hawthorne Lane, a Baltimore-based law firm, seeks a Legal Assistant to support a fast-paced litigation practice. The role demands precision, reliability, and pride in legal support work, with a focus on meeting deadlines and maintaining orderly files.

After training, the position offers a hybrid work model. Applicants should bring at least five years of litigation support experience and a strong command of Microsoft Office and e-filing processes.

Qualifications

• Five years of experience as a Legal Assistant supporting litigation attorneys.
• Hands-on e-filing in federal and state courts.
• Attention to detail; produce accurate, polished work.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and adaptable to new tools.
• Clear, professional communication with attorneys, clients, and colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a steady administrative resource for multiple litigation attorneys, managing filings, deadlines, and day-to-day needs.
• Handle electronic filings in federal and state courts, following jurisdiction-specific rules.
• Draft pleadings, discovery materials, and related documents; prepare outgoing correspondence.
• Manage attorney calendars and docket critical dates, ensuring deadlines are met.
• Maintain organized electronic and physical files in line with firm standards.
• Proofread documents for formatting, grammar, punctuation, and accuracy.
• Coordinate travel, meetings, and conference logistics, including materials and tech setup.
• Support colleagues during peak periods and planned absences.

Skills

Detail oriented

Communication

Teamwork

Litigation knowledge

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Hawthorne Lane, a Baltimore-based law firm, seeks a Legal Assistant to support a fast-paced litigation practice. The role demands precision, reliability, and pride in legal support work, with a focus on meeting deadlines and maintaining orderly files.

After training, the position offers a hybrid work model. Applicants should bring at least five years of litigation support experience and a strong command of Microsoft Office and e-filing processes.