Legal Assistant

Legal Assistant – Litigation!
Seacoast, New Hampshire
Full-Time | Direct Hire | Onsite
Pay: $25–$30+/HR Depending on Experience!

Are you an experienced Legal Assistant looking for an opportunity to grow within a busy law practice? Our client is seeking a personable, detail-oriented legal professional to support attorneys handling business and commercial litigation matters in their Seacoast, New Hampshire office.

This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys a fast-paced legal environment, takes pride in keeping cases organized, and values building strong working relationships with attorneys and clients. Candidates with litigation experience are encouraged to apply, and backgrounds in business law, real estate, or probate are also welcome!

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day legal support to attorneys handling business and commercial matters
• Open, organize, maintain, and close client files
• Prepare and format legal documents, correspondence, pleadings, and other case materials
• Assist with discovery, exhibits, trial preparation, and document organization
• Coordinate attorney calendars, deadlines, meetings, and case-related activities
• Assist with court filings and maintain accurate electronic and paper files
• Communicate professionally with clients, courts, attorneys, and other legal professionals
• Support conflict checks, engagement documentation, and client onboarding

Qualifications

• 2+ years of legal assistant or legal support experience
• Prior litigation experience preferred; business or commercial litigation experience is a plus
• Familiarity with legal documents, discovery, court filings, deadlines, and case management
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Professional, personable, and comfortable interacting with clients and legal professionals
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel, and standard office technology