Litigation Legal Assistant Raleigh
Raleigh, North Carolina
Contract to hire
$35.00 - $45.00 per Hour
Executive Administrative Assistant - Litigation (Temp-to-Hire)
Overview
We are seeking a highly experienced Executive Administrative Assistant to join a prestigious law firm located in downtown Raleigh, NC. This senior-level position requires a minimum of 5 to 10+ years of litigation experience and offers an exciting path to permanent employment following a minimum four-month temp period (conversion based on performance).
During the temporary phase, the firm provides an additional $1.50/hour to help offset the cost of obtaining medical insurance.
Key Responsibilities
Conduct pre-claim investigations, legal research, and initial case assessments
Draft pleadings, motions, and appellate documents
Liaise with court clerks and government agencies regarding filing procedures
Review and summarize local filing rules for team members
Calendar hearings and deadlines; manage case logistics and organize files
Maintain pleadings and discovery indexes
Organize and prepare exhibits, briefs, and supporting documents
Support attorneys with large-scale document productions and discovery
Assist in trial preparation and case settlement activities
Redact and prepare documents for production
Review and index medical records
Coordinate depositions, including scheduling and exhibit preparation
Use state and federal court systems for e-filing and document retrieval
Bates-label and index document productions
Track incoming client documents and manage task assignments across cases
Participate in team meetings and contribute to case strategy planning
Manage deposition deadlines, errata forms, and confidentiality notices
Qualifications
Associate degree or equivalent related work experience
Paralegal Certificate from an ABA-accredited program (preferred)
Experience:
5 to 10+ years in a litigation-focused legal administrative or paralegal role
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Word, Outlook, Lexis, and Westlaw
PACER and Relativity experience required
Strong legal writing, proofreading, and communication skills
Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities
High attention to detail and accuracy under pressure
Why Join Us?
This is an exceptional opportunity to join a leading law firm in a role that provides both challenge and long-term growth potential. If you're a seasoned legal professional who thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative setting, we encourage you to apply.
Pay Details: $35.00 to $45.00 per hour Search managed by: Patrick ThompsonBenefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to https://www.lhh.com/us/en/candidate-privacy
The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:
- The California Fair Chance Act
- Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
- Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
- San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance
Litigation Legal Assistant Raleigh
LHH
8 days ago
$35.00 - $45.00 per Hour
Contract to hire
Raleigh, North Carolina
Executive Administrative Assistant - Litigation (Temp-to-Hire)
Overview
We are seeking a highly experienced Executive Administrative Assistant to join a prestigious law firm located in downtown Raleigh, NC. This senior-level position requires a minimum of 5 to 10+ years of litigation experience and offers an exciting path to permanent employment following a minimum four-month temp period (conversion based on performance).
During the temporary phase, the firm provides an additional $1.50/hour to help offset the cost of obtaining medical insurance.
Key Responsibilities
Conduct pre-claim investigations, legal research, and initial case assessments
Draft pleadings, motions, and appellate documents
Liaise with court clerks and government agencies regarding filing procedures
Review and summarize local filing rules for team members
Calendar hearings and deadlines; manage case logistics and organize files
Maintain pleadings and discovery indexes
Organize and prepare exhibits, briefs, and supporting documents
Support attorneys with large-scale document productions and discovery
Assist in trial preparation and case settlement activities
Redact and prepare documents for production
Review and index medical records
Coordinate depositions, including scheduling and exhibit preparation
Use state and federal court systems for e-filing and document retrieval
Bates-label and index document productions
Track incoming client documents and manage task assignments across cases
Participate in team meetings and contribute to case strategy planning
Manage deposition deadlines, errata forms, and confidentiality notices
Qualifications
Associate degree or equivalent related work experience
Paralegal Certificate from an ABA-accredited program (preferred)
Experience:
5 to 10+ years in a litigation-focused legal administrative or paralegal role
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Word, Outlook, Lexis, and Westlaw
PACER and Relativity experience required
Strong legal writing, proofreading, and communication skills
Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities
High attention to detail and accuracy under pressure
Why Join Us?
This is an exceptional opportunity to join a leading law firm in a role that provides both challenge and long-term growth potential. If you're a seasoned legal professional who thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative setting, we encourage you to apply.
Pay Details: $35.00 to $45.00 per hour Search managed by: Patrick ThompsonBenefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to https://www.lhh.com/us/en/candidate-privacy
The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:
- The California Fair Chance Act
- Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
- Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
- San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance