Legal Assistant – Construction Litigation

• Provide administrative and legal support to lawyers in the Construction Litigation group, including drafting, formatting, and proofreading correspondence, pleadings, and court documents.
• Coordinate the preparation and filing of legal documents with courts and tribunals within prescribed deadlines.
• Maintain and organize client files, both electronic and hard copy, ensuring confidentiality and adherence to firm protocols.
• Manage multiple calendars, schedule meetings, coordinate travel arrangements, and handle incoming/outgoing communications.
• Track critical deadlines, limitation periods, and manage timelines for construction matters.
• Conduct basic legal research and assist with document production, disclosure, and trial preparation.
• Liaise professionally with clients, experts, court staff, and third parties as required.
• Process time entries, expenses, and support billing activities as necessary.

• Minimum of 3 years' experience as a legal assistant, preferably in construction litigation.
• Proficiency in case management software and tools such as Aderant and CompuLaw.
• Strong knowledge of legal documentation processes and terminology.
• Familiarity with construction law and litigation practices.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Advanced proficiency with Adobe Acrobat and ACRIS.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills to liaise effectively with clients and team members.

Robert Half