Seasoned Litigation Legal Assistant

Lamson Dugan & Murray LLP; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Lamson Dugan & Murray LLP in Omaha seeks a seasoned legal administrative assistant to join the litigation group. You will draft, format, and proofread legal documents; manage calendars; handle e-filing; and maintain litigation files.

The ideal candidate has at least three years of litigation support experience, strong organizational and communication skills, and proficiency with Microsoft Office. We value teamwork, attention to deadlines, and professional client interaction.

Qualifications

• Prior experience as a legal assistant or legal secretary, preferably in litigation.
• Strong knowledge of court procedures and e-filing systems
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Outlook, Excel)
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organizational skills and ability to prioritize tasks.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Draft, format, and proofread legal documents, pleadings, and correspondence.
• File documents electronically (e-filing) in state and federal courts.
• Maintain and organize litigation files (physical and electronic)
• Manage attorney calendars, schedule hearings, depositions, mediations, and meetings.
• Prepare trial binders, exhibits, and discovery materials.
• Track deadlines and ensure compliance with court rules and procedures.
• Handle client communications professionally and courteously.
• Process billing, time entry, and expense reports as needed.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Organizational skills

Written and verbal communication

Teamwork

Independence

Tools

e-filing systems

Job description

Lamson Dugan & Murray LLP in Omaha seeks a seasoned legal administrative assistant to join the litigation group. You will draft, format, and proofread legal documents; manage calendars; handle e-filing; and maintain litigation files.

The ideal candidate has at least three years of litigation support experience, strong organizational and communication skills, and proficiency with Microsoft Office. We value teamwork, attention to deadlines, and professional client interaction.