Position Overview:
We are seeking a detail-oriented and organized Legal Administrative Assistant to join our team. This role will support attorneys in managing construction litigation cases and ensuring smooth office operations. If you are a proactive professional with strong administrative skills and an interest in legal processes, we’d love to hear from you!
Key Responsibilities:
- Prepare, proofread, and file legal documents, including pleadings, contracts, and discovery materials.
- Manage attorney calendars, including scheduling hearings, depositions, and client meetings.
- Coordinate document production and manage case files, both physical and electronic.
- Assist in trial preparation, including organizing exhibits and maintaining courtroom logistics.
- Communicate with clients, opposing counsel, and court personnel professionally and promptly.
- Maintain billing records and track deadlines for case milestones.|
Qualifications:
- Previous experience as a legal administrative assistant, preferably in construction litigation or a related field.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and legal document management software
- Strong organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to prioritize multiple tasks.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Familiarity with legal terminology and procedures.
- A high level of professionalism, discretion, and attention to detail.
Ascendo is a certified minority owned staffing firm, and we welcome and celebrate diversity.
Ascendo is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, parental status, military service or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.
