Legal Assistant

Job Description We are seeking a motivated, dependable, and ambitious legal assistant who is interested in learning litigation and growing with our firm. This is a great opportunity for someone who wants hands-on experience in the legal field and is looking to build a long-term career.Our firm handles a variety of cases, including personal injury, family law, criminal defense, and general civil litigation. Prior legal experience is helpful, but not required. We are willing to train the right candidate.The ideal candidate is organized, professional, comfortable speaking with clients, and able to work in a fast-paced environment. We are looking for someone who is eager to learn, takes initiative, communicates well, and enjoys being part of a team.We are committed to developing and retaining talented professionals. Base pay will be competitive and based on experience, with separate bonus/incentive pay twice per year based on performance and the ability to assist with firm growth and new client development.Duties and Responsibilities: 1. Answer incoming phone calls and direct callers to the appropriate attorney or staff member; 2. Communicate with clients and provide case status updates; 3. Help manage the firm's files, calendar, deadlines, and case materials; 4. Assist with drafting petitions, discovery requests, discovery responses, correspondence, and other litigation documents; 5. Help coordinate depositions, mediations, hearings, and other case-related events; 6. Request, prepare, and file affidavits and other case documents; 7. Assist with general administrative and litigation support tasks; and 8. Participate in firm marketing and client-development efforts, with bonus/incentive opportunities based on performance.Qualifications: * No legal experience required for the right candidate; * Interest in law, litigation, or a future legal career is a plus; * Strong written and verbal communication skills; * Comfortable speaking with clients, courts, attorneys, and staff; * Organized, dependable, and detail-oriented; * Positive attitude and willingness to learn; * Ability to work in a fast-paced environment; * Strong work ethic and ability to take initiative; and * Ability to work well as part of a team.