Legal Assistant

DEWITT LLP • Madison, WI

9d • Onsite

About The Position

DeWitt LLP is seeking a highly organized, proactive, and client-focused Family Law Legal Assistant to join our Madison office. This position supports a busy family law attorney with a high-volume practice and requires exceptional communication skills, professionalism, adaptability, and initiative. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys working closely with clients during emotionally sensitive matters, and is confident taking ownership of workflows, follow-through, and day-to-day coordination.

Requirements

• Prior legal assistant experience preferred
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office and legal document management systems
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism in sensitive matters
• Highly organized and detail-oriented
• Comfortable managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• A strong communicator with excellent interpersonal skills
• Confident, resourceful, and proactive in seeking clarification when needed
• Comfortable taking initiative and helping drive communication, organization, and accountability within the attorney-assistant working relationship
• Able to anticipate needs and independently problem-solve
• Professional, dependable, and client-service oriented

Responsibilities

• Serve as a primary point of contact for family law clients, providing compassionate and professional communication
• Manage high-volume phone calls, emails, scheduling, and client correspondence
• Draft, proofread, and format legal documents and correspondence
• Coordinate court filings, deadlines, calendars, and case management tasks
• Maintain organized client files and case records
• Follow up proactively to ensure matters continue moving efficiently and deadlines are met
• Work collaboratively with the attorney to prioritize urgent matters and manage workflow
• Assist in preparing for hearings, mediations, and other proceedings

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed