Position Overview
Description We are looking for a Legal Assistant to support a busy legal team in Portland, Maine. This is a Contract position suited for someone with hands-on litigation support experience who can manage deadlines, filings, and daily administrative needs with accuracy. The ideal candidate is organized, responsive, and comfortable working in a fast-paced legal environment while maintaining high standards.
Responsibilities:
β’ Prepare, review, and submit court documents through electronic filing systems in accordance with court rules and deadlines.
β’ Coordinate attorney calendars, schedule hearings and meetings, and track important case dates to help keep matters on course.
β’ Maintain organized case files, correspondence, and legal records so information is accurate and readily accessible.
β’ Support litigation matters by drafting routine legal documents, assembling filing packets, and assisting with case-related administrative tasks.
β’ Communicate with courts, clie...