Job Title: Litigation Legal Assistant
Job Overview:
Contemporary Staffing Solutions is seeking a Litigation Legal Assistant to join our client to support attorneys with complex litigation matters and ensure the smooth execution of day to day legal operations. This onsite, direct hire position in Providence, RI focuses on providing high level administrative and case support within a busy legal environment. The role plays a key part in trial preparation, document management, and client matter coordination. This opportunity offers long term growth as the firm expands and adds new legal staff.
Compensation:
$65,000 - $80,000 per year
Work Schedule:
Monday through Friday, normal business hours, 37.5 hour work week
Key Responsibilities of the Litigation Legal Assistant:
- Support litigation teams with case preparation, including assembling exhibits, organizing case files, and preparing materials for hearings and trials
- Manage court filings and compliance activities by coordinating e filings, tracking deadlines, and maintaining docket records across multiple systems
- Oversee administrative workflows such as client intake, conflict checks, matter setup, and preparation of new business documentation
- Coordinate attorney schedules, billing processes, travel arrangements, and expense reporting while ensuring accuracy and timeliness
- Prepare and edit legal documents, correspondence, and presentations, including redaction, bates numbering, and document production
Qualifications and Skills for the Litigation Legal Assistant:
- At least five years of experience providing litigation support within a law firm or legal department environment
- Strong technical proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and the ability to learn new legal software systems with ease
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and maintain organization in a fast paced setting
- Effective communication skills with a professional approach to working with attorneys, clients, and internal teams
- A degree in a related field is valued, though equivalent professional experience will also be considered
Why Join Us?
This position offers the chance to work closely with experienced attorneys on meaningful litigation matters while gaining exposure to a variety of practice areas. You will collaborate with a supportive legal team and contribute to important case outcomes. The role also provides an opportunity to grow alongside a firm that is expanding its presence and capabilities.
About Us:
Contemporary Staffing Solutions (CSS) is a trusted leader in providing contract, temporary, temp to hire, and direct hire staffing solutions. With decades of experience, we have grown from a staffing agency to a nationwide provider of workforce management solutions. Our niche recruitment expertise spans Accounting and Finance, Call Center and Office Support, Human Resources, Sales and Marketing, and Information Technology. Explore more about CSS and how we connect great talent with exceptional opportunities by visiting www.ContemporaryStaffing.com.