Litigation Legal Assistant
Job Description
Company Profile:
Personal Injury Law Firm
Short term contract
Litigation Legal Assistant Role:
The Litigation Legal Assistant or Paralegal will support attorneys through all phases of the litigation process. This Bilingual Litigation Legal Assistant role is a contract position requiring an experienced, self-sufficient professional who can step in and immediately.
The Bilingual Litigation Legal Assistant or Paralegal will play a critical role in managing case files, coordinating with clients, and supporting trial preparation in a fast-paced personal injury environment.
Provide litigation support from case filing through trial
Draft, proofread, and file legal documents, state and federal e-filing
Maintain and organize case files, pleadings, and discovery materials
Assist with discovery, including document production and responses
Assist attorneys with drafting motions and briefs, supporting role, not primary drafting
Coordinate depositions, mediations, and court deadlines
Communicate with clients, courts, and opposing counsel in Spanish and English
Support trial preparation, including exhibits and binders
Manage attorney calendars and ensure compliance with deadlines
Litigation Legal Assistant Background Profile:
5+ years of experience as a Litigation Legal Assistant or Paralegal
Personal injury litigation experience required
Fluency in Spanish is preferred but not required
Strong knowledge of state and federal e-filing systems
Experience with Filevine a plus but not required
Excellent organizational, communication, and multitasking skills
Ability to work independently with minimal training in a fast-paced environment
Features and Benefits while On Contract:
We go beyond the basic staffing agency offerings! You can see the extensive list of benefits on our website under the Candidate Benefits tab.
Job Requirements
Additional Information
Frontline Source Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship. The client cannot sponsor any visas.
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Meet Your Recruiter
Fatima Akhtar
Fatima Akhtar is a dedicated Executive Search Recruiter with a specialty focus on the legal sector at Frontline Source Group. With a strong passion for connecting talented candidates with top employers, Fatima leverages her expertise in staffing, recruiting, and leadership development to provide tailored solutions that meet the unique needs of her clients and candidates.
Fatima holds a master's degree in industrial and organizational psychology, which equips her to understand the nuances of both client and candidate preferences. Her professional background includes roles as a Placement Manager, Digital Staffing Specialist and Recruiter, and Leadership Development, Legal and Digital Staffing Intern. In these positions, she honed her skills in communication, creative problem-solving, and working effectively in fast-paced environments.
Fluent in both Spanish and English, Fatima excels in communicating with diverse audiences. She is committed to helping individuals find meaningful careers and assisting organizations in growing their teams. Always eager to learn and collaborate, Fatima is also open to opportunities in change management, learning and development, and HR.
With her strong interpersonal skills and a keen eye for talent, Fatima Akhtar is an invaluable asset to any organization looking to exceed its hiring goals.