Renowned Connecticut Corporate Law Firm in Operations since 2015 seeks to hire a legal assistant to support two Partners' litigation matters in the practice areas of Labor & Employment and Personal Injury. The firm has engaged with People Placers specifically to carry out this confidential search. See below the requirements and if you feel you might be qualified and are interested, please apply through this posting or send us an email. Litigation Legal Assistant Civil & Commercial (CT/NY) Location: Greenwich, CT (Onsite) Salary: $70k $90k + 10% bonus, 3 weeks PTO and fully comprehensive benefits This role entails providing high-level administrative and litigation support to two trial attorneys handling complex civil and commercial matters in CT/NY, including personal injury, wrongful death, real estate, land use, contract, construction, employment, and general litigation. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES - Manage calendars, schedule legal proceedings, and track deadlines - Draft, format, and proofread legal documents - Prepare, e-file, and serve documents in CT/NY state and federal courts - Organize and maintain physical and electronic case files - Assist with discovery, including tracking schedules, organizing productions, and coordinating with parties - Communicate professionally with clients, counsel, and court staff - Prepare materials and coordinate logistics for hearings, trials, and ADR - Conduct factual and docket research - Assist with billing, time entry, and expense reports - Support firm and client development activities REQUIRED EXPERIENCE - 5+ years of litigation legal assistant/paralegal experience in civil/commercial litigation, personal injury, real estate, land use, construction, contract, or employment disputes - Experience filing in CT/NY courts; familiarity with federal e-filing preferred - Experience supporting trial lawyers through all phases of litigation SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES - Strong understanding of civil procedure and litigation workflow - Excellent writing, grammar, and proofreading skills - Highly organized with strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities - Strong client service and communication skills - Proficiency in Microsoft 365, PDF software, and case management systems - Comfortable working with legal, medical, real estate, and business documentation - Ability to work independently and proactively EDUCATION AND CREDENTIALS - Associate's degree or paralegal certificate preferred; equivalent experience considered - Notary Public in CT/NY a plus Ability to commute to Greenwich, CT office DAILY
Read Less
