Remote Legal Assistant - Defense Litigation Support

Weber Gallagher Simpson Stapleton Fires & Newby LLP.; Lorida (FL); Remote; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonuses

401K

Medical benefits

Remote work flexibility

Job summary

Weber Gallagher Simpson Stapleton Fires & Newby LLP. is seeking an experienced Legal Assistant to support our General Liability practice.

This role offers the flexibility to work remotely from any Weber Gallagher office state, with a preference for candidates in New Jersey or Pennsylvania, and requires strong defense litigation experience. You will provide administrative and litigation support, manage calendars, filings, and discovery, and assist attorneys from inception through trial and

Qualifications

• 5+ years of Legal Assistant experience, preferably in defense litigation.
• 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.

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 and depositions.
• Organize and maintain electronic case files and documents.
• Assist with scheduling depositions, meetings and conferences.
• Prepare materials for depositions, hearings and trials, including exhibits.
• Communicate professionally with clients, court personnel, opposing counsel, experts, and other parties.
• Monitor deadlines and provide reminders to attorneys.
• Provide additional administrative support and perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Written communication

Verbal communication

Independent work

Attention to detail

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Outlook

Word

Excel

Job description

Weber Gallagher Simpson Stapleton Fires & Newby LLP. is seeking an experienced Legal Assistant to support our General Liability practice.

This role offers the flexibility to work remotely from any Weber Gallagher office state, with a preference for candidates in New Jersey or Pennsylvania, and requires strong defense litigation experience. You will provide administrative and litigation support, manage calendars, filings, and discovery, and assist attorneys from inception through trial and