Legal Assistant

We are seeking a highly organized, detail-oriented Litigation Paralegal / Legal Assistant to join our litigation department. The ideal candidate will provide comprehensive support to attorneys throughout all phases of litigation, with a focus on case preparation, document management, and client coordination.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support commercial and real estate litigation attorneys from pre-litigation and all stages of litigation, including pleadings, discovery, motion practice, trial preparation, and filing documents in state and federal court
• Draft and prepare legal documents, including predicate notices, pleadings, and correspondence
• Gather, review, and organize voluminous documents and information
• Maintain and manage electronic case files
• Track deadlines and maintain litigation calendars
• Serve as a liaison with clients, courts, and external parties
• Coordinate scheduling of meetings, court appearances, and depositions
• Perform general administrative tasks, including document filing, data entry, word proceeding, and file organization

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior experience in litigation support, preferably in commercial and real estate litigation
• Strong understanding of litigation process and legal terminology, particularly in real estate litigation matters
• Strong attention to detail and a proactive approach to problem-solving
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including proofreading and cite-checking
• Exceptional organizational skills to manage many cases and timely meet deadlines
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Excel and Relativity

This is an excellent opportunity to join a dynamic team and contribute to a fast-paced legal environment. We offer a collegial atmosphere and opportunities for professional development.

If you are interested or know of anyone please send your resume to adaly@friedmanwilliams.com