Litigation Legal Assistant

Litigation Legal Assistant

Location: Waukesha, WI
Schedule: Full-Time | 40 Hours per Week
Work Arrangement: Onsite (potential hybrid flexibility based on business needs and supervisor approval)

A respected law firm in the Waukesha area is seeking an experienced Litigation Legal Assistant to support a growing litigation practice. This is an excellent opportunity for a detail-oriented legal professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys managing multiple priorities, and takes pride in producing high-quality work.

The firm is experiencing continued growth in litigation and eminent domain matters and is looking to add a strong litigation support professional to its team. The ideal candidate will bring solid litigation experience, excellent organizational skills, and a proactive approach to supporting attorneys and clients.

Key Responsibilities

• Support attorneys in all phases of civil litigation matters
• Prepare, proofread, revise, and finalize pleadings, motions, discovery, correspondence, and other legal documents
• Electronically file court documents and ensure proper service on all parties
• Coordinate subpoena requests and work with process servers
• Prepare and finalize discovery responses and litigation filings
• Manage attorney calendars, court dates, deadlines, and related litigation tasks
• Monitor active case files and proactively identify upcoming attorney needs
• Communicate professionally with clients, attorneys, judicial assistants, court personnel, and staff
• Maintain accurate case records and document management systems

Qualifications

• 3+ years of legal assistant experience, with a strong focus on litigation
• Civil litigation experience strongly preferred
• Knowledge of litigation procedures, court rules, and filing requirements
• Experience with state and county court systems
• Strong understanding of e-filing processes and document formatting requirements
• Exceptional proofreading, grammar, spelling, and attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines and competing priorities
• Strong organizational, communication, and time-management skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel
• Experience with document management and docketing systems is a plus

Compensation

• Competitive compensation based on experience and legal background

Benefits

• Annual retirement contribution of approximately 10% after one year of employment
• Comprehensive health insurance
• PTO and sick days
• HSA contribution of $1,000 (single coverage) or $2,000 (dependent coverage)
• Employer-paid parking
• We are really looking for someone with legal experience and are not looking for candidates that would require (substantial) training.??This would be an in-person position and we pay based on years of legal experience. Salary range $65,000 - $80,000.
  
  In addition, we are also open to a general civil litigation legal assistant.This would be a second hire.So, if you find candidates that have solid civil litigation experience, we would be open to them as well.
  
  Hours Per Week: 40
  
  Job Location: Waukesha
  
  Description: Axley LLP is seeking a full-time Litigation Legal Assistant to join our team. This 40-hour-per-week position offers a challenging and rewarding opportunity for a motivated professional who takes initiative, exercises sound judgment, manages multiple priorities effectively, and adapts well to changing needs. The successful candidate will take pride in producing high-quality work, maintain reliable attendance, collaborate well with others, and contribute to a positive, team-oriented work environment.
  
  Hourly rate is based on candidates legal experience and background.
  
  The ideal candidate will have prior litigation experience and a commitment to continued learning, professional growth, and process improvement.
  
  Qualifications and Skills:
  • More than three (3) years of hands-on legal support experience, with a strong emphasis in litigation
  • Strong knowledge of litigation procedures, applicable laws, and local court rules, including experience working within various county court systems
  • Experience electronically filing briefs, motions, and other court documents, and properly serving all parties
  • Knowledge of subpoena procedures, coordination with process servers, and preparation and finalization of discovery responses and pleadings
  • Ability to format and file briefs in accordance with court-specific requirements
  • Exceptional grammar, spelling, proofreading, and attention-to-detail skills
  • Strong time management skills and the ability to prioritize competing deadlines
  • Excellent organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple active matters
  • Flexibility, adaptability, and a willingness to assist where needed
  • Exceptional oral and written communication skills, including the ability to prepare professional letters and memoranda
  • Professional communication skills when working with clients, judicial assistants, attorneys, and staff
  • Experience calendaring court dates, deadlines, and related litigation tasks
  • Ability to monitor open files and identify work needed by attorneys on those matters
  • Minimum typing speed of 65 words per minute
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel; experience with a document management system and electronic calendar/docket system is preferred but not required
  • Ability to lift not more than 20 pounds, as needed
  NOTES FROM INTAKE MEETING: General Litigation Legal Assistant (Future Litigation Growth Need)
  
  Overview
  • Anticipated need due to upcoming litigation and eminent domain projects. The firm would still hire immediately if the right candidate is found.
  • Focus is on finding a strong litigation legal assistant rather than filling a specific attorney assignment today.
  Ideal Candidate
  • 3+ years of legal experience considered; ideally 5-10 years at a reputable firm.
  • Civil litigation experience preferred.
  • Plaintiff or defense experience is acceptable.
  • Bankruptcy-heavy backgrounds are generally not preferred.
  Salary
  • Same compensation philosophy as the family law position.
  • Experience-based; no specific salary range was stated during the meeting.
  Benefits
  
  Benefits:
  Health insurance with HSA contributions - $1000 for employee and $2000 for dependent plan
  FSA
  Life Insurance
  2 weeks vacation
  Paid holidays
  Retirement plan with 10% employer contributions after the first year of employment
  Parental Leave
  Paid parking
• Collegial, team-oriented work environment
• Opportunity for long-term growth and professional development

If you are a motivated litigation legal assistant looking to join a well-established firm with a strong culture and growth opportunities, we encourage you to apply.

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Pay Details: $65,000.00 to $80,000.00 per year

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• The California Fair Chance Act
• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

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