Legal Assistant

We are looking for a part-time (20 hours/week), hybrid, Legal Assistant in Tucson!In this role you'll support an attorney at an established boutique divorce & estate planning law firm! You'll help with drafting correspondences and legal documents, proofreading, processing & filing documents, project management, case files, and more. Computer skills (Adobe Acrobat, Excel and Word), strong drafting abilities, and multi-tasking skills are essential.Duties include court filings (ie, e-filing), drafting routine pleadings, conducting discovery, and opening and maintaining files throughout the course of legal proceedings.This hourly part-time role comes with flexibility so you can choose your schedule. It's perfect for someone who can work 2 - 8 hours daily, Monday - Friday, up to 20 hours per week. Responsibilities:Draft routine correspondence and other documents for clients and attorneysDraft pleadings, motions, and notices; prepare, organize and distribute discovery; filings/errands in Court; E-filingPrepare initial estate plan draft templatesProcess, organize, and distribute confidential and sensitive documentsMaintain case file and court calendar for client mattersPrepare courtesy copy packets for judges and correspond with courts on legal case managementMaintain a comprehensive understanding of judge's standing ordersReview and analyze financial information submitted by client throughout course of caseAny additional substantive legal tasks as assigned by AttorneyRequirements:1+ years working in a legal setting2+ years using Microsoft WordAble to pass a background checkAble to come onsite in the Tucson office once a week If you have past experience working in legal setting, this could be a great position for you!

Created: 2025-02-18