Job Description

Ultimate Staffing Services is actively seeking a diligent and experienced Legal Litigation Assistant to join a prestigious law firm in Connecticut. This full-time role is an exciting opportunity for someone with a strong background in legal administrative support, particularly within a corporate setting. The successful candidate will be an integral part of the Business Organizations & Finance Department, ensuring smooth operations and effective communication within the Hartford office.

Contact hartford@ultimatestaffing or call 860.524.5573

• Assist and support the Department Co-Chair and other attorneys/paralegals with administrative and clerical tasks.
• Conduct intake on new matters by requesting conflict checks, preparing new matter reports, and drafting engagement letters.
• Prepare legal documents and correspondence, including stock purchase agreements, shareholder agreements, and employment agreements.
• Perform daily time entry on WebView and save documents from emails to I-Manage.
• Edit documents extensively, including formatting and redlining, ensuring proper document profiling and version control.
• Scan, file, and proofread documents to maintain accuracy and consistency.
• Track and manage new matter reports for Department Chair review and approval.
• Create slides for PowerPoint presentations and transcribe using Phillips Speech.
• Compose and type routine correspondence, prioritize incoming mail, and manage monthly billing proformas.
• Respond to emails and phone calls, schedule appointments, and coordinate meetings.

The ideal candidate must have 5-7 years of experience in a similar role and be available to work a 35-hour work week, Monday through Friday, from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. with a 1-hour unpaid lunch.

The successful candidate will benefit from a supportive and collaborative work environment, with opportunities for professional growth and development within the legal field.

This role is a fantastic opportunity for a motivated legal professional seeking to contribute to a dynamic and esteemed legal team. Interested candidates should have strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks effectively.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance. For unincorporated Los Angeles county , to the extent our customers require a background check for certain positions, the Company faces a significant risk to its business operations and business reputation unless a review of criminal history is conducted for those specific job positions.

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