Legal Administrative Assistant (Hybrid – Rocky Hill, CT)
About The Position
This Legal Administrative Assistant provides administrative support for the Client Legal Services Attorneys supporting the Connecticut office, based in Rocky Hill, CT. This is a hybrid role with an expectation to work onsite on a monthly basis. The role supports litigation and bodily injury matters and is responsible for entering and managing case-related data including pleadings, motions, and all trial, arbitration, and mediation correspondence. The individual manages calendars, files, and related events in case management systems and supports the full lifecycle of files, including closing and archiving. The position also monitors and routes internal and external communications, works closely with attorneys, courts, and vendors, and ensures high-quality client service.
Requirements
- Strong typing speed with a high level of accuracy
- Excellent organizational, prioritization, and follow‑up skills with the ability to manage strict deadlines
- Ability to take initiative while working under attorney direction and established procedures
- Experience supporting multiple attorneys simultaneously in a litigation-focused environment
- Demonstrated experience with heavy scheduling, calendar management, and coordination of court-related activities
- Adaptability
- Collaboration
- Communication
- Confidentiality
- Detail-Oriented
- Legal Documents
- Microsoft Office 365
- Organizing
- Problem Solving
Nice To Haves
- Insurance defense, bodily injury, or legal administrative experience preferred
- Familiarity with Connecticut litigation practices and the Connecticut Judicial Branch e‑filing system is strongly preferred
Responsibilities
- Provide legal and administrative support to the Connecticut office and Client Legal Services Attorneys, with a focus on litigation and bodily injury matters
- Open and maintain new lawsuits, ensuring accurate setup and ongoing management within case management systems
- Coordinate and manage attorney calendars, including Connecticut court dates, deadlines, depositions, hearings, and case management orders
- Prepare, draft, file, and serve pleadings and legal documents in both paper and electronic formats, including e-filing through the Connecticut Judicial Branch e-filing system
- Process and manage high volumes of electronic correspondence related to pleadings, filings, court communications, and case activity
- Serve as a primary point of contact for courts, opposing counsel, vendors, and internal stakeholders, maintaining professional and timely communication
- Manage document organization, indexing, version control, and maintenance of case files to ensure accuracy and compliance
- Draft routine correspondence and documents for attorney review and approval
- Monitor deadlines, procedural rules, and court requirements to ensure timely and compliant filings
- Demonstrate initiative by anticipating case and attorney needs, taking ownership of assigned work, and collaborating effectively with team members
Benefits
- Comprehensive technology setup, including a laptop, monitors, headset, keyboard, and mouse
- Monthly connectivity reimbursement to help offset internet costs
- Work-life balance
- Holistic understanding of the business
- Direct client collaboration
- Strategic influence and impact
- Diverse legal challenges
- Professional growth opportunities
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
