Litigation Legal Assistant

Job Description

Legal Assistant | Matura Farrington

The Tone:
This is an experienced, hybrid role for a Legal Assistant at Matura Farrington. The firm fosters a collaborative and supportive office culture, valuing teamwork and individual contributions. This position is crucial for providing essential administrative and litigation support to four attorneys, ensuring the smooth operation of legal proceedings and daily workflows within a professional environment. The firm emphasizes a welcoming atmosphere where experienced professionals can thrive alongside significant backup support and approachable colleagues.

The TL;DR
• Role: Experienced
• Type: Full-time (flexible 7.5-hour workday with schedule options: 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m., 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m., or 9:00 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.)
• Location: Hybrid

• Team: Reports to and supports four attorneys (two litigation, two public law); works alongside another experienced legal assistant.
• Mission: To provide comprehensive litigation and administrative support to attorneys, ensuring efficient management of legal documents, filings, and schedules.

What You’ll Actually Do
• Attorney Support: Provide administrative and litigation assistance to four attorneys, including both litigation and public law specialists.
• Document Management: Prepare, revise, and meticulously proofread legal documents and various correspondence.
• Court Procedures: Manage state and federal court filings and actively track critical legal deadlines.
• Schedule Coordination: Maintain attorney calendars and coordinate meetings, ensuring efficient time management.
• File Organization: Systematically organize and maintain case files and all relevant litigation documents.
• Professional Communication: Communicate professionally and effectively with clients, courts, and opposing counsel.
• Team Collaboration: Collaborate closely with attorneys and other support staff to maintain a seamless workflow.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Experienced professional with a strong background in litigation legal assistant or legal secretary roles.
• Experience: Proven experience with both state and federal court procedures and filing requirements.
• Skills: Excellent organizational skills, meticulous attention to detail, strong communication and interpersonal skills, ability to prioritize multiple assignments in a fast-paced environment, and a positive, collaborative approach to team support.