Litigation Legal Administrative Assistant jobs in United States
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LHH · 1 month ago

Litigation Legal Administrative Assistant

LHH Recruitment Solutions is seeking an experienced Litigation Legal Administrative Assistant for a hybrid role in New York, NY. The ideal candidate will support attorneys in litigation work, demonstrating initiative and sound judgment in a fast-paced legal environment.

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Responsibilities

Assist attorneys with preparation and finalization of legal documents related to litigation matters (e.g., pleadings, discovery, correspondence, motions)
Maintain case files and manage critical deadlines using case management software
Coordinate attorney calendars, schedule meetings, and manage court appearances
Communicate with clients, experts, and opposing counsel in a professional, timely manner
Prepare, proofread, and format legal correspondence, court filings, and internal memos
Process expense reimbursements
Handle E-Filing and scanning of legal documents
Provide administrative support for depositions, hearings, and client meetings
Collaborate effectively with attorneys, paralegals, and administrative staff

Qualification

Litigation experienceLegal procedures knowledgeTyping speed (55+ WPM)Compu Law familiarityInterpersonal skillsCommunication skillsOrganizational skills

Required

Minimum 3-5 years of legal assistant experience in a litigation practice group
Solid understanding of legal procedures, court rules, and deadlines related to litigation
Exceptional typing (55+ WPM) with strong grammar, spelling, and proofreading skills
Organized, detail-focused, and capable of handling multiple priorities with minimal supervision
Professional and discreet, with excellent interpersonal and communication skills

Preferred

Familiarity with Compu Law and time entry software is a plus

Benefits

Vacation Time: 30 days of PTO and Paid Sick Leave (10 day role over annually) prorated from date of hire
Compensation profit sharing plan
401(k) based on years of legal experience
Prorated annual increases based on time of hire (annual review)

Company

At LHH, we believe work should be meaningful, fulfilling, and connected.

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage

Leadership Team

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Dave Hilbig
President & CEO, OCM-LHH Utah, Wyoming
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Ted Diven, MBA
CEO - OCM / Lee Hecht Harrison (ID, MT, NV)
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