Litigation Legal Assistant / Legal Administrative Assistant
Are you a detail-oriented legal professional looking to support top-tier attorneys in high-stakes civil and commercial litigation in Birmingham, AL ? If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and love keeping cases organized, this is your chance to become an essential part of a successful legal team. You’ll work closely with attorneys, ensuring cases move forward efficiently while handling critical administrative duties.
Benefits & Extras
* Direct-hire opportunity with a well-established legal team.
* Company benefits
* Work on impactful cases with experienced litigators.
* Opportunity to handle some paralegal duties within the legal assistant scope.
* Collaborative and professional office environment in Birmingham, AL.
Compensation
* $45,000 – $55,000 (based on experience). Can go higher for a stellar candidate.
What You’ll Be Doing
* Managing case files and organizing legal documents.
* Drafting, scheduling, and coordinating depositions, subpoenas, and other legal filings.
* Creating and maintaining spreadsheets to track case details.
* Assisting attorneys with document production and trial preparation.
* Answering phones and handling occasional administrative tasks.
* Filing documents through Alabama state and federal court electronic systems.
* Supporting attorneys by keeping lawsuits organized and on track.
What You’ll Need to be Considered
* At least 2 years of experience in civil or commercial litigation (no criminal or divorce law).
* Either a paralegal degree (Associates minimum, Bachelors preferred) OR a college degree with legal work experience or a paralegal certificate.
* Strong familiarity with Alabama state and federal court electronic filing systems.
* Stability in prior legal roles.
* Experience in civil defense litigation is a plus!
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