Orion Placement · 10 hours ago
Legal Assistant – Litigation
Orion Placement is a nationally recognized plaintiffs firm known for its high-impact litigation work. They are seeking a Legal Assistant to support complex litigation by preparing legal documents, managing case files, and collaborating with attorneys and paralegals.
Staffing & Recruiting
Responsibilities
Prepare, format, revise, and finalize legal documents including pleadings, motions, briefs, discovery, and correspondence
Apply advanced Microsoft Word formatting including tables, numbering, styles, redlines, TOCs, TOAs, and headers/footers
Proofread for grammar, accuracy, and formatting consistency to meet court-ready standards
Partner closely with attorneys and paralegals to meet deadlines in a fast-paced litigation environment
Assist with attorney time entry and case billing support
Maintain and organize electronic and physical files, including charts, indices, and administrative case materials
Prepare electronic and hard-copy binders, including covers, spines, and indices
Support document production needs including printing and assembling filings
Use document management systems and assist with basic troubleshooting in Word, Excel, and PDF tools
Qualification
Required
5+ years of experience as a legal assistant, legal secretary, or legal word processor
Strong experience supporting complex litigation
Advanced Microsoft Word formatting proficiency
Excellent proofreading, editing, and attention to detail
Experience with document management systems (NetDocuments or similar)
Strong communication skills and the ability to manage competing deadlines
Benefits
Dental insurance
Paid time off
Retirement plan
Vision insurance