Litigation Legal Assistant

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Bernkopf Goodman LLP is seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Legal Litigation Assistant to join our team. The successful candidate will provide essential support to attorneys in preparing and managing litigation cases. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of legal procedures, excellent organizational skills, and keen attention to detail to assist with all aspects of case preparation and management.

Job Responsibilities

• Case Management: Intake and management of cases, including organizing mail and electronic communications, and maintaining accurate records.
• Scheduling: Coordinate hearings, depositions, and meetings, and calendaring filing deadlines and court appearances, ensuring attorneys’ calendars are up to date and are well-prepared and have all necessary materials.
• File Management: Establishing and organizing electronic files, maintaining and monitoring electronic calendars, tracking deadlines, documenting actions, and inputting information into file database.
• Document Preparation: Prepare, edit and proofread legal documents such as pleadings, motions, discovery requests, subpoenas, and settlement agreements. Preparing and forwarding documents and pleadings as required.
• Court Filings: Prepare, file, and serve pleadings, including e-filing in both state and federal courts and filing and service of Superior Court Rule 9A motion packages in Superior Court.
• Administrative Support: Scheduling both in person and virtual appointments and meetings with clients and others, making travel arrangements, answering phones, and engaging with clients and court personnel.

Requirements

• At least two years of relevant legal experience in litigation required.
• Advanced user of MS Office programs, including Microsoft Word and Excel
• Proficient at Adobe or similar pdf editing
• Proficient with preparing Rule 9A motion packages for filing in the Mass. Superior Courts and proficient in e-filing in both federal and state courts.
• Experience with business, contract, real estate, or construction disputes is a plus.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $80,000.00 - $90,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Boston, MA 02210