Legal Administrative Assistant - Litigation Support

About the job Legal Administrative Assistant - Litigation Support Legal Administrative Assistant - Litigation SupportHireNow Staffing is actively recruiting a seasoned, highly skilled Legal Administrative Assistant to join one of our valued client partners. HireNow Staffing is acting as a direct placement partner for this litigation support role within a nationally recognized law firm's litigation and dispute resolution practice.Position OverviewThe Legal Administrative Assistant will provide administrative and litigation support to multiple attorneys within a fast-paced litigation practice. This role requires strong organizational skills, the ability to manage multiple attorney calendars and deadlines simultaneously, and experience preparing litigation-related documentation.The position requires attention to detail when handling court filings, tracking litigation schedules, and ensuring that documentation complies with procedural requirements. Candidates must demonstrate experience working within litigation-focused legal environments and possess the ability to manage priorities within a deadline-driven legal practice.Core ResponsibilitiesProvide administrative and litigation support to attorneys within the litigation and dispute resolution practiceManage litigation calendars, including deadlines related to hearings, mediations, depositions, and trial preparationPrepare, format, and proofread litigation documents including pleadings, discovery materials, and related filingsCoordinate electronic filing (e-filing) of legal documents with courts and applicable jurisdictionsMaintain organized case files and document management systemsAssist attorneys with scheduling, correspondence, and case coordination activitiesTrack case deadlines and ensure compliance with court rules and internal proceduresSupport attorneys across multiple matters while maintaining accuracy and timelinessRequired Qualifications (Non-Negotiable)Candidates must meet all of the following requirements to be considered for interview:3-5 years of experience as a Legal Administrative Assistant supporting litigation practicesPrior experience working within a law firm or corporate legal departmentDemonstrated experience managing litigation docketing and tracking case deadlinesExperience preparing, formatting, and proofreading litigation pleadings and discovery documentsDirect experience with electronic court filings (e-filing)Ability to provide administrative support to multiple attorneys simultaneouslyStrong organizational skills and attention to detail within deadline-driven environmentsStable employment history with no pattern of job hoppingCandidates without litigation-specific administrative experience will not be considered.Preferred QualificationsThe following qualifications are strongly preferred:Educational background in legal studies or paralegal studiesExperience supporting litigation teams within Am Law 100 / Am Law 200 firms or strong regional law firmsExposure to multiple litigation practice areasDemonstrated ability to proactively manage attorney workflows and deadlinesHireNow ChecklistHireNow Staffing is recruiting candidates who meet the following criteria:3-5 years of litigation-focused legal administrative experienceExperience supporting attorneys within law firms or corporate legal departmentsDemonstrated ability to prepare and format litigation pleadings and discovery documentsStrong experience managing litigation docketing and deadline trackingExperience with e-filing procedures and court documentationAbility to maintain high productivity in fast-paced litigation environmentsProfessional stability and long-term employment historyCandidates will be automatically declined if they:Have no litigation administrative experienceHave backgrounds limited to general administrative support rolesCannot demonstrate experience preparing legal documentsLack experience working within a law firm or legal departmentHave contract-only, freelance, or unstable employment historiesHireNow PackageWork Location: Hybrid schedule based in Houston, Texas (remote flexibility available after initial onboarding period)Compensation: $35.00 - $40.00 per hourBenefits:Medical, dental, and vision coverage401(k) retirement planPaid time offLife insurance and disability coverageStandard 37.5-hour workweek (Monday through Friday)Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.HireNow Staffing DisclaimerHireNow Staffing is acting as a direct placement partner for this role. All candidate information is handled confidentially and evaluated against defined requirements. This job description outlines the general scope of responsibilities and qualifications. Duties may evolve based on client needs and business growth. Only candidates meeting the core qualifications will be considered for interview.

Created: 2026-04-02