Litigation Legal Assistant

Our client, a leading litigation law firm with offices throughout the Northeast, has an immediate need for an Litigation Legal Assistant, to join our winning team in Hartford. Our candidate of choice is well-organized, detail-oriented, and a team player, possessing at least 3 years of recent experience working as a Legal Assistant, along with a solid understanding of legal terminology and procedures.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: Answer phones and communicate with clients, court personnel and vendors daily. Assist with scheduling, including calendar maintenance, depositions and client/expert meetings.

Federal and state court e-filings. File maintenance (paper and electronic). Prepare and revise correspondence, pleadings and documents. Provide support for assigned attorneys (as well as backup support) as needed.

Perform other administrative duties, as assigned. KEY REQUIREMENTS: Three years or more of recent litigation secretarial and/or paralegal experience in a law firm.

Associate’s degree and/or paralegal certification preferred (bachelor’s degree a plus). Highly organized and efficient with a proven ability to multi-task and take direction, and independently track and manage a variety of tasks simultaneously in a fast-paced environment. Knowledge of document management, electronic calendaring and .PDF software. Solid verbal and written communication skills, together with excellent proof-reading skills.

Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work well in an office environment and communicate effectively with attorneys and support staff. Prior experience filing documents in federal and state courts, including e-filing. Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Microsoft Word and Excel.

WE OFFER: Comprehensive Benefits Package, including Health, Dental, Medical, and Vision. 401K Plan/Employer match. Hybrid work arrangements.

Employee Assistance Program. FSA and HSA Plan option(s) to help offset taxes for employees and dependents. Group Life and Long-term Disability Insurance.

Opportunity for growth and advancement. Professional development and a multi-faceted mentoring program. Self-insured Short-term Disability benefits.

Wireless phone/services stipend. Please apply today to be immediately considered for the role Elgen Staffing is the fastest growing staffing agency in New Jersey. With a deep understanding of today's hiring trends and technologies we have the ability to