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Legal Administrative Assistant – Litigation Support
About the job Legal Administrative Assistant – Litigation Support
Legal Administrative Assistant – Litigation Support
HireNow Staffing is actively recruiting a seasoned, highly skilled Legal Administrative Assistant to join one of our valued client partners. HireNow Staffing is acting as a direct placement partner for this litigation support role within a nationally recognized law firm's litigation and dispute resolution practice.
Position Overview
The Legal Administrative Assistant will provide administrative and litigation support to multiple attorneys within a fast-paced litigation practice. This role requires strong organizational skills, the ability to manage multiple attorney calendars and deadlines simultaneously, and experience preparing litigation-related documentation.
The position requires attention to detail when handling court filings, tracking litigation schedules, and ensuring that documentation complies with procedural requirements. Candidates must demonstrate experience working within litigation-focused legal environments and possess the ability to manage priorities within a deadline-driven legal practice.
Core Responsibilities
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Provide administrative and litigation support to attorneys within the litigation and dispute resolution practice
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Manage litigation calendars, including deadlines related to hearings, mediations, depositions, and trial preparation
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Prepare, format, and proofread litigation documents including pleadings, discovery materials, and related filings
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Coordinate electronic filing (e-filing) of legal documents with courts and applicable jurisdictions
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Maintain organized case files and document management systems
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Assist attorneys with scheduling, correspondence, and case coordination activities
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Track case deadlines and ensure compliance with court rules and internal procedures
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Support attorneys across multiple matters while maintaining accuracy and timeliness
Required Qualifications (Non-Negotiable)
Candidates must meet all of the following requirements to be considered for interview:
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3–5 years of experience as a Legal Administrative Assistant supporting litigation practices
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Prior experience working within a law firm or corporate legal department
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Demonstrated experience managing litigation docketing and tracking case deadlines
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Experience preparing, formatting, and proofreading litigation pleadings and discovery documents
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Direct experience with electronic court filings (e-filing)
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Ability to provide administrative support to multiple attorneys simultaneously
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Strong organizational skills and attention to detail within deadline-driven environments
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Stable employment history with no pattern of job hopping
Candidates without litigation-specific administrative experience will not be considered.
Preferred Qualifications
The following qualifications are strongly preferred:
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Educational background in legal studies or paralegal studies
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Experience supporting litigation teams within Am Law 100 / Am Law 200 firms or strong regional law firms
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Exposure to multiple litigation practice areas
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Demonstrated ability to proactively manage attorney workflows and deadlines
HireNow Checklist
HireNow Staffing is recruiting candidates who meet the following criteria:
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3–5 years of litigation-focused legal administrative experience
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Experience supporting attorneys within law firms or corporate legal departments
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Demonstrated ability to prepare and format litigation pleadings and discovery documents
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Strong experience managing litigation docketing and deadline tracking
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Experience with e-filing procedures and court documentation
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Ability to maintain high productivity in fast-paced litigation environments
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Professional stability and long-term employment history
Candidates will be automatically declined if they:
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Have no litigation administrative experience
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Have backgrounds limited to general administrative support roles
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Cannot demonstrate experience preparing legal documents
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Lack experience working within a law firm or legal department
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Have contract-only, freelance, or unstable employment histories
HireNow Package
Work Location: Hybrid schedule based in Houston, Texas (remote flexibility available after initial onboarding period)
Compensation: $35.00 – $40.00 per hour
Benefits:
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Medical, dental, and vision coverage
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401(k) retirement plan
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Paid time off
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Life insurance and disability coverage
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Standard 37.5-hour workweek (Monday through Friday)