Temp-to-Hire Legal Assistant

Matura Farrington; Texas (NJ); On-site; USD 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k)

Pension Plan

Job summary

An established national law firm is looking for a detail-oriented Litigation Legal Assistant to support their busy litigation practice. This temporary position offers a fantastic opportunity for a motivated professional to thrive in a collaborative environment. Responsibilities include preparing legal documents, managing case dockets, and communicating with clients and court personnel. If you have a strong background in litigation and are looking to grow your career, this role is perfect for you. Join a dynamic team and take your career to the next level in the Dallas area!

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of litigation experience in a law firm setting.
• Strong knowledge of state and federal court rules and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, revise, and proofread legal documents including pleadings and motions.
• E-file documents in state and federal courts.

Skills

Litigation Experience

Legal Document Formatting

E-Filing

Organizational Skills

Communication Skills

Microsoft Office Suite

Tools

Document Management Systems

Job description

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A dynamic and growing national law firm is seeking a detail-oriented and highly organized Litigation Legal Assistant to join their team on a temp-to-hire basis. This role supports a busy litigation practice and offers an excellent opportunity for a motivated professional to grow within a collaborative and fast-paced environment. Candidates must be based in the Dallas area.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Prepare, revise, and proofread legal documents including pleadings, motions, and correspondence.
2. E-file documents in state and federal courts.
3. Maintain attorney calendars, track deadlines, and manage case dockets.
4. Coordinate depositions, hearings, and meetings.
5. Open, organize, and maintain both electronic and physical files.
6. Communicate professionally with clients, court personnel, and opposing counsel.
7. Assist with time entry, expense reports, and billing tasks.
8. Provide administrative support including scheduling, travel arrangements, and other duties as needed.

Requirements:

• Minimum 3 years of litigation experience in a law firm setting.
• Strong knowledge of state and federal court rules and procedures.
• Proficiency in legal document formatting and electronic court filing.
• Excellent organizational and multitasking skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Outlook, Excel); experience with document management systems is a plus.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team environment.

Compensation:

Matura Farrington is an EEOC employer and will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance and all other local, state, and federal laws.

Seniority level

• Associate

Employment type

• Temporary

Job function

• Administrative and Legal

Industries

• Law Practice

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Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Pension plan

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