Remote Legal Assistant - Defense Litigation Support

Weber Gallagher Simpson Stapleton Fires & Newby LLP.; Alton (IL); Remote; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K

Medical benefits

Job summary

Weber Gallagher Simpson Stapleton Fires & Newby LLP is seeking an experienced Legal Assistant to support our General Liability practice group. This role offers the flexibility to work remotely from any state where Weber Gallagher has an office, with preference for candidates in New Jersey or Pennsylvania.

The Legal Assistant will provide administrative and litigation support from inception through trial and closing, handling filings, calendars, and client communications, with emphasis on

Qualifications

• 5+ years of Legal Assistant experience, preferably supporting attorneys in a defense litigation environment.
• Prior law firm experience strongly preferred.
• Experience with litigation procedures, court filings, and docket management.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong time management skills with the ability to prioritize multiple assignments and meet deadlines.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently while effectively supporting multiple attorneys.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook, Word, and Excel.
• Strong proofreading, document formatting, and administrative skills.
• Prior experience handling Pennsylvania state and federal court filings and procedures.
• New Jersey litigation experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative and litigation support to assigned attorneys.
• Prepare, revise, format, and proofread correspondence, pleadings, motions, and other legal documents.
• Assist with electronic filing of documents with state and federal courts.
• Maintain attorney calendars and docket deadlines, including court appearances, depositions, and other case-related dates.
• Organize and maintain electronic case files and documents.
• Assist with scheduling depositions, meetings, conferences, and other case-related matters.
• Prepare and organize materials for depositions, hearings, and trials, including exhibits and trial binders.
• Communicate professionally with clients, court personnel, opposing counsel, experts, and other parties as needed.
• Monitor deadlines and provide reminders to attorneys as appropriate.
• Provide additional administrative support and perform other duties as assigned.

Job description

Weber Gallagher Simpson Stapleton Fires & Newby LLP is seeking an experienced Legal Assistant to support our General Liability practice group. This role offers the flexibility to work remotely from any state where Weber Gallagher has an office, with preference for candidates in New Jersey or Pennsylvania.

The Legal Assistant will provide administrative and litigation support from inception through trial and closing, handling filings, calendars, and client communications, with emphasis on