Legal Assistant

Apex Staffing•Little Rock, AR

24d•Onsite

About The Position

A leading litigation firm is seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Legal Assistant to support attorneys and paralegals. The role is suited to someone who thrives in a fast-paced legal environment and takes pride in keeping operations organized and efficient. The position is in-office Monday through Friday, from 8:30 to 5:00. The firm offers a competitive salary, excellent benefits, a retirement plan, and room for growth.

Requirements

At least two years of legal experience.
Strong proofreading skills and a high degree of accuracy in grammar, spelling, punctuation, and formatting.
Excellent organizational and time-management skills, including the ability to prioritize multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
Effective interpersonal communication skills for interacting with attorneys, clients, staff, and external contacts.
Ability to remain calm, focused, and efficient under pressure in a fast-paced legal environment.
A proactive approach to anticipating the needs of attorneys and paralegals.
Dependable follow-through on reminders and deadlines.

Responsibilities

Maintain and manage attorney calendars, including scheduling meetings and court appearances and tracking critical deadlines.
Prepare, process, and edit legal documents, including subpoenas, contracts, summonses, motions, appeals, and correspondence.
Maintain confidentiality and discretion when handling sensitive attorney-client information.
Open new client files and coordinate conflict-of-interest checks.
Collaborate with administrative departments, including IT, front desk, accounting, and other support staff.
Process billing, including preparing and proofreading billing statements and timesheets.
Anticipate the needs of attorneys and paralegals, including preparing standard legal documents as needed.
Follow through on reminders and deadlines to help prevent last-minute urgencies.