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Litigation Legal Assistant

United States, Madison Contract work 28.00 - 32.00 USD / Hour · Job Posted June 01, 2026
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Robert Half is seeking a highly organized and experienced Litigation Legal Assistant to support a busy employment/insurance law practice. This role will support up to four attorneys and requires strong litigation experience, including NY/NJ e-filing.

Job Responsibility

  • Draft, transcribe, edit, and proofread legal documents and correspondence
  • Manage attorney calendars, including scheduling depositions, hearings, and meetings
  • Maintain docketing deadlines and ensure timely filings
  • Prepare, review, and electronically file documents in NJ and NY courts
  • Handle time entry, billing, and invoice preparation (pre-bills, edits, and finalization)
  • Maintain and organize case files (electronic and hard copy)
  • Process incoming/outgoing mail, including certified and overnight deliveries
  • Respond professionally to client calls and correspondence
  • Prepare and submit expense reports and credit card reconciliations

Requirements

  • 5–7 years of legal assistant experience within a law firm (litigation required)
  • Strong knowledge of legal terminology, litigation procedures, and court rules
  • Experience with NJ/NY e-filing systems (required)
  • Advanced Microsoft Word and Outlook skills (track changes, formatting, TOA/TOC via Best Authority)
  • Proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, and Adobe Acrobat (Bates stamping, redactions, document conversion)
  • Experience with SurePoint and NetDocuments (preferred)
  • Excellent organizational and time management skills with the ability to meet deadlines
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • High level of professionalism, discretion, and attention to detail
  • Minimum of a 2-year college degree required

Nice to have

Experience with SurePoint and NetDocuments

What we offer

  • medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance
  • 401(k) plan
  • free online training
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