Business Litigation Legal Assistant
Legal
DoverNew Hampshire Direct Hire Jul 23, 2026
Job Title: Business Litigation Legal Assistant
Job Overview:
Contemporary Staffing Solutions is seeking a Business Litigation Legal Assistant to join our client in a role that supports key business operations and contributes to important organizational initiatives. This onsite, direct hire opportunity in Dover, NH offers the chance to work closely with legal professionals on a variety of litigation and business related matters. The position plays an important role in maintaining case progress, managing critical deadlines, and ensuring legal documentation is handled accurately and efficiently. Candidates who thrive in a detail focused environment and enjoy coordinating multiple priorities will be well positioned for success.
Compensation:
$26.00–$30.00/hour
Work Schedule:
Full-Time; Monday through Friday
Key Responsibilities of the Business Litigation Legal Assistant:
  • Support attorneys throughout the litigation lifecycle by preparing, organizing, and maintaining legal records, correspondence, and case related materials.
  • Coordinate file management activities, including matter intake, document organization, record retention, and case closeout processes.
  • Oversee scheduling and deadline tracking to help ensure timely completion of court filings, legal deliverables, and case milestones.
  • Facilitate communication with clients, legal contacts, and external parties while maintaining professionalism and confidentiality.
  • Ensure administrative and operational support functions are completed accurately to promote efficient legal case management.
Qualifications and Skills for the Business Litigation Legal Assistant:
  • Minimum of 2 years of experience in a legal support, legal assistant, or paralegal capacity within a professional legal environment.
  • Background supporting civil litigation matters, including familiarity with court processes, filing requirements, and procedural deadlines.
  • Experience working with motions, discovery materials, legal documentation, and other litigation related records.
  • Strong organizational, written communication, and time management abilities with the capacity to balance competing priorities.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Outlook, and Excel; familiarity with legal case management platforms is preferred, and experience with estate or probate disputes is a plus.
Why Join Us?
This role offers the opportunity to contribute to meaningful legal matters while collaborating with experienced professionals in a fast paced environment. You will gain broad exposure to litigation processes, enhance your legal support expertise, and play a valuable role in daily case operations. The position provides hands on involvement and the chance to further develop skills that support long term career growth.
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 into a nationwide provider of workforce management solutions. Our niche recruitment expertise spans Accounting & Finance, Call Center & Office Support, Human Resources, Sales & Marketing, and Information Technology. Explore more about CSS and how we connect great talent with exceptional opportunities by visiting Contemporary Staffing Solutions.