Legal Assistant
- Permanent
Job details
We are seeking an organized, proactive Legal Assistant to join a supportive legal team in Fort Wayne.
This is a dynamic, multi-faceted position supporting two attorneys and an investigator. The ideal candidate is eager to learn, enthusiastic about criminal defense, and motivated to grow into a Paralegal role over time.
What's In It For You? ...
Competitive Salary: $50K-$65K annually (up to $70K depending on experience)
Comprehensive Healthcare: 75% employer-paid health, dental, and vision coverage for employees (50% for dependents)
HSA Benefit: $300/month employer HSA contribution
Paid Time Off: 12 vacation days, 12 sick days per year (accrued monthly), plus 11 paid holidays
Insurances: 100% company-paid life insurance and long-term disability coverage
Retirement: Annual retirement contribution
Career Growth: Excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience in trial prep, client interaction, and complex discovery, with room to advance to a Paralegal role
Responsibilities:
Legal Documentation & Filings: Draft, proofread, format, and assemble legal documents, correspondence, and court filings.
Discovery Management: Download, organize, and manage discovery files from cloud-based platforms.
Calendar & Case Management: Manage attorney calendars, schedule meetings, arrange travel, and track court dates.
Client & Office Support: Answer phones, screen incoming mail/deliveries, route correspondence, and communicate with clients.
Case & Trial Assistance: Assist attorneys and investigators with file prep, case tracking, and trial readiness.
Working hours: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Skills:
Previous legal secretarial or legal assistant experience.
Background or experience in Federal Law or Criminal Defense.
Experience with Electronic Court Filing (CM/ECF).
Ambition to learn legal processes and advance into a paralegal career track.
Education:
High School
Experience:
1-4 years
Qualifications:
High school diploma or equivalent.
Strong organizational skills and high attention to detail.
Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
Proficiency with personal computers, office software, and word processing tools.
Solid understanding of office practices and strict confidentiality standards.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
Apply Today!
Send your resume to for immediate consideration!
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We are seeking an organized, proactive Legal Assistant to join a supportive legal team in Fort Wayne.
This is a dynamic, multi-faceted position supporting two attorneys and an investigator. The ideal candidate is eager to learn, enthusiastic about criminal defense, and motivated to grow into a Paralegal role over time.
What's In It For You?
Competitive Salary: $50K-$65K annually (up to $70K depending on experience)
Comprehensive Healthcare: 75% employer-paid health, dental, and vision coverage for employees (50% for dependents)
HSA Benefit: $300/month employer HSA contribution
Paid Time Off: 12 vacation days, 12 sick days per year (accrued monthly), plus 11 paid holidays
Insurances: 100% company-paid life insurance and long-term disability coverage
Retirement: Annual retirement contribution
Career Growth: Excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience in trial prep, client interaction, and complex discovery, with room to advance to a Paralegal role
Responsibilities:
Legal Documentation & Filings: Draft, proofread, format, and assemble legal documents, correspondence, and court filings.
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Discovery Management: Download, organize, and manage discovery files from cloud-based platforms.
Calendar & Case Management: Manage attorney calendars, schedule meetings, arrange travel, and track court dates.
Client & Office Support: Answer phones, screen incoming mail/deliveries, route correspondence, and communicate with clients.
Case & Trial Assistance: Assist attorneys and investigators with file prep, case tracking, and trial readiness.
Working hours: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Skills:
Previous legal secretarial or legal assistant experience.
Background or experience in Federal Law or Criminal Defense.
Experience with Electronic Court Filing (CM/ECF).
Ambition to learn legal processes and advance into a paralegal career track.
Education:
High School
Experience:
1-4 years
Qualifications:
High school diploma or equivalent.
Strong organizational skills and high attention to detail.
Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
Proficiency with personal computers, office software, and word processing tools.
Solid understanding of office practices and strict confidentiality standards.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
Apply Today!
Send your resume to for immediate consideration!
#PROFDIVShow lessShow more
key responsibilities
Legal Documentation & Filings: Draft, proofread, format, and assemble legal documents, correspondence, and court filings.Discovery Management: Download, organize, and manage discovery files from cloud-based platforms.Calendar & Case Management: Manage attorney calendars, schedule meetings, arrange travel, and track court dates.Client & Office Support: Answer phones, screen incoming mail/deliveries, route correspondence, and communicate with clients.Case & Trial Assistance: Assist attorneys and investigators with file prep, case tracking, and trial readiness.
experience
1-4 years
skills
Previous legal secretarial or legal assistant experience.Background or experience in Federal Law or Criminal Defense.Experience with Electronic Court Filing (CM/ECF).Ambition to learn legal processes and advance into a paralegal career track.
qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent.Strong organizational skills and high attention to detail.Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.Proficiency with personal computers, office software, and word processing tools.Solid understanding of office practices and strict confidentiality standards.Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
education
High School
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