Job Description

Litigation Legal Assistant
Buffalo, NY |
Hybrid (2 Days Per Month Remote) |
$55,000 - $60,000

Our client, a well-established Buffalo law firm, is seeking a Litigation Legal Assistant to support a busy litigation practice. This position offers the opportunity to work closely with attorneys on a variety of litigation matters while joining a collaborative and professional team environment. The firm offers a hybrid schedule; however, candidates should be comfortable working primarily in the office, as the current policy allows for up to two remote workdays per month and is not expected to expand.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, revise, proofread, and format legal documents, correspondence, pleadings, and motions.
• File documents electronically with New York State and Federal Courts.
• Manage attorney calendars, court deadlines, hearings, depositions, and meetings.
• Coordinate deposition scheduling and document production.
• Maintain and organize electronic and physical client files.
• Communicate with clients, courts, opposing counsel, and third parties in a professional manner.
• Assist with trial preparation, exhibits, and litigation support projects.
• Track deadlines and ensure timely completion of assignments. Qualifications
• Minimum of 1 year of litigation legal assistant experience preferred.
• Experience with court filings, calendaring, and litigation document preparation is highly desirable.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Word, Outlook, and legal document management systems.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Professional communication skills and strong client service orientation.