Legal Support Assistant

Legal Support Assistant (Contract-to-Hire)

Step into a dynamic role where no two days look the same. As a Legal Support Assistant, you'll be the organizational backbone for a fast-moving legal team—keeping cases on track, coordinating communication, and ensuring clients receive exceptional support from start to finish. If you love problem-solving, staying organized, and being the go-to person who keeps everything running smoothly, this role is for you.

What You'll Do

• Manage calendars, deadlines, emails, and tasks to keep attorneys and legal staff on schedule.
• Coordinate meetings, calls, and case-related discussions with clients and outside parties.
• Serve as a friendly, professional point of contact—providing outstanding service to clients, courts, and external partners.
• Draft, revise, and proofread legal documents, letters, and internal communications.
• Assist with court-related tasks including filings, transcript requests, and document submissions.
• Organize digital and physical files, track incoming/outgoing mail, and maintain case documentation.
• Support daily office workflows across multiple systems and platforms.
• Track billable time and case progress within a legal case management system.
• Jump in on special projects and collaborate closely with attorneys and legal staff.
• Represent the team positively in all interactions—whether with clients, colleagues, or community partners.

Requirements

• A desire to learn legal procedures—experience with court processes or bankruptcy is a plus.
• Strong organization skills and impeccable attention to detail.
• Confidence working with Microsoft Office and the ability to learn new systems quickly.
• Experience with legal case management tools (Clio, PracticePanther, etc.) is helpful.
• Ability to pivot, multitask, and stay calm in a fast-paced environment.
• Exceptional communication skills—both written and verbal.
• A proactive mindset and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

Education & Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent required; additional education is a bonus.
• 3+ years of administrative or legal support experience preferred.
• Familiarity with legal terminology or legal office operations is a strong asset.

What Success Looks Like

• Professional, positive communication with internal and external stakeholders.
• Reliable attendance and strong follow-through on deadlines.
• Consistent adherence to ethical and confidentiality standards.
• A reputation for dependability, teamwork, and high-quality work.