Legal Assistant

February 5, 2026

Professional Alternatives

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Job ID#: 35614

Downtown is seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Legal Assistant to support attorneys in a fast-paced, collaborative law firm environment. This role is ideal for someone who thrives on organization, anticipates needs, and takes pride in producing high-quality work while supporting sophisticated legal matters.

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide comprehensive administrative and legal support to attorneys and practice groups

  • Draft, format, proofread, and file legal documents, correspondence, pleadings, and discovery materials

  • Manage attorney calendars, schedule meetings, hearings, and depositions, and coordinate travel arrangements

  • Prepare and organize case files, both electronic and physical, ensuring accuracy and confidentiality

  • Handle court filings (state and federal), including e-filing and deadline tracking

  • Maintain time entries, assist with billing processes, and support expense reporting

  • Perform other administrative tasks as needed to support efficient office operations

Qualifications

  • Prior experience as a legal assistant or legal secretary, preferably in a law firm setting

  • Familiarity with legal terminology, court procedures, and document formatting

  • Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills

  • High attention to detail and commitment to accuracy

  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, Excel); experience with document management systems is a plus

  • Ability to work independently while also contributing to a team-oriented environment

What We Offer

  • A collaborative and professional work environment

  • Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package

  • Opportunities to work on complex and engaging legal matters

  • Supportive culture that values initiative, reliability, and excellence

Opportunities to work on complex and engaging legal matters

  • Supportive culture that values initiative, reliability, and excellence

 

Founded in 1998, Professional Alternatives is an award-winning recruiting and staffing agency that utilizes technology and relationships to deliver top talent. Connect with us today!

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