What are the responsibilities and job description for the Civil Litigation Legal Assistant position at My Next Career Path Staffing?
Job Description
Job Description
My Next Career Path Staffing - With over 20 years’ experience in Technology Staffing, MNCP Staffing matches candidates to the culture of an organization as well as required skill sets.
Job Overview
We are seeking a detail-oriented and organized Legal Assistant with experience in civil litigation to join our team. The ideal candidate will provide essential support to attorneys, ensuring the smooth operation of legal cases and processes.
Key Responsibilities
- Case Management : Assist in managing civil litigation cases, including maintaining case files, tracking deadlines, and monitoring case progress.
- Document Preparation : Draft, format, and proofread legal documents such as pleadings, motions, subpoenas, discovery responses, and correspondence.
- Filing and Compliance : File legal documents with courts, both electronically and in person, ensuring compliance with court rules and deadlines.
- Discovery Support : Organize and manage discovery materials, coordinate document production, and assist in preparing discovery responses.
- Scheduling : Coordinate meetings, depositions, court appearances, and client consultations; manage attorneys' calendars.
- Client Communication : Serve as a liaison between attorneys and clients, providing updates, collecting information, and addressing inquiries.
- Research Assistance : Conduct basic legal research, locate case law, and summarize findings as needed.
- Trial Preparation : Organize exhibits, prepare trial binders, coordinate witnesses, and assist attorneys during trial as required.
- Administrative Tasks : Handle general administrative duties such as answering phones, managing mail, processing invoices, and maintaining office supplies.
Qualifications
Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities.
Work Environment
This role is an excellent opportunity for a proactive individual passionate about the legal field and looking to grow their career in civil litigation.
Please contact MNCP Staffing for more details at 702-268-9781
Company Description
My Next Career Path Staffing is a full service Staffing Firm where we are dedicated to providing a great candidate experience and where we match our candidates to career opportunities that meet their objective, vision and passion.
Company Description
My Next Career Path Staffing is a full service Staffing Firm where we are dedicated to providing a great candidate experience and where we match our candidates to career opportunities that meet their objective, vision and passion.
