Litigation Practice Assistant at McGuireWoods LLP

Seattle, Washington, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

07 May, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

06 Feb, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Litigation Support, Time Management, Client Service, Document Preparation, E-Filing, Interpersonal Skills, Microsoft Office, Organizational Skills, Legal Document Drafting, Calendar Management, Travel Arrangements, Proofreading, Adaptability, File Management, Attention to Detail, High-Pressure Environment

Industry

Law Practice

Description

Overview McGuireWoods LLP is seeking a Legal Practice Assistant to support our Seattle area attorneys. The ideal candidate will have a strong background supporting a litigation practice and proven experience handling a high volume of time-sensitive tasks with accuracy and efficiency. This role requires a proactive, team-oriented professional who is dedicated to providing exceptional client service. McGuireWoods, one of the world’s leading law firms, has provided legal solutions to corporate, individual and nonprofit clients since 1834. Along with excellent benefits, McGuireWoods offers most employees a hybrid remote option allowing flexibility and work-life balance. Our Applicant Disclosures describe your rights. Our Privacy Statement describes how we will process and safeguard your personal data. Responsibilities Prepare exhibits, hearing binders, document productions, and schedule depositions. Handle mailings, deliveries, copying, and legal/court filings (paper and electronic) as needed. Respond to client inquiries promptly, addressing document revisions, scanning, file naming, photocopying, and other requests (billable and non-billable). Support new business intake, including conflict checks, drafting file opening requests, and preparing engagement letters. Maintain organized physical and electronic file systems, including intake, retention, retrieval, and closure per Records Department procedures. Draft, edit, and format legal documents and correspondence; generate document comparison reports. Manage attorney calendars, emails, phone calls, mail, and make travel arrangements. Enter and verify attorney time entries in the time management system accurately. Qualifications 5+ years of litigation experience in a legal environment. Notary Public preferred. Must have prior experience with e-filing in both state and federal courts. Proven ability to thrive in high-pressure, deadline-driven settings while managing multiple tasks. Strong interpersonal skills and a professional demeanor. Proficient in Microsoft Office with advanced word processing and proofreading skills. Highly organized, with excellent planning abilities and adaptability to changing priorities. Have more questions? Connect with a recruiter directly.

Responsibilities

The Litigation Practice Assistant will prepare exhibits, manage attorney calendars, and handle legal filings. They will also support new business intake and maintain organized file systems.