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Litigation Assistant (Part-Time, In-Office Contractor)
Join a Small Firm Making a Big Impact
About the Role
Looking for a Litigation Assistant to support our high performing attorneys with civil litigation matters. This is a part-time, in-office contractor role. You’ll handle both digital case support and physical file preparation. We’re looking for someone who’s reliable, detail-oriented, and comfortable working independently.
Important: The supervising attorney works remotely. You must be fully comfortable receiving direction via email, following written SOPs, and completing tasks without in-person oversight. If you need someone looking over your shoulder to stay on track, this isn’t the job for you.
Key Responsibilities
- Answer calls and emails from clients, courts, and opposing counsel
- Draft, proofread, and format pleadings, correspondence, and legal filings
- File documents with courts (mostly electronic) and ensure procedural compliance
- Manage and organize case files in legal software and in hard copy
- Track deadlines, maintain calendars, and schedule court dates, meetings, and depositions
- Prep physical client folders, assemble signature packets, and prepare trial/hearing binders
- Handle general admin tasks like billing follow-up and shared inbox management
What We’re Looking For
- Experience: 1–2 years in a legal or executive admin role preferred
- Independence: You take initiative, follow instructions, and don’t require hand-holding
- Tech-Savvy: Proficient in Gmail, Google Workspace, and Microsoft Office; quick to learn new tools
- Detail-Oriented: Organized, consistent, and responsive
- Strong Communicator: You write clearly, respond to emails promptly, and ask smart questions when needed
Position Details
- Status: 1099 contractor
- Location: In-office only (no remote work)
- Schedule: Part-time, flexible hours based on workload—generally 10-25 hours per week
- Supervisor: Remote—must be comfortable with written direction and independent task management
Why Work With Us?
- No micromanagement—just clear expectations
- Interesting, meaningful legal work
- Professional environment
- Room to grow with the firm if it's the right fit
Job Types: Part-time, Contract
Pay: $20.00 - $24.00 per hour
Expected hours: 25 per week
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
Schedule:
- 4 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
- No nights
- No weekends
Work Location: In person
Salary : $20 - $24