Litigation Legal Assistant

West \& Dunn is a rapidly growing law firm with a strong commitment to providing exceptional legal service to our clients. We are seeking a highly motivated and detail\-oriented Legal Assistant to join our civil and criminal defense litigation teams. This is a full\-time position at our office location in Waunakee, Wisconsin. Partial remote work may be considered after six months of employment.

Why Join West \& Dunn?

* Make a Real Impact: Play a vital role in supporting our attorneys and ensuring the smooth operation of our litigation practice.

* Flexible Work Arrangements: Enjoy the convenience of working from the office location that best suits your needs.

* Collaborative Environment: Be part of a supportive and collaborative team that values your contributions.

* Opportunities for Growth: We are committed to investing in our team members' professional development and advancement.

Responsibilities:

• Provide comprehensive administrative support to our litigation attorneys.
• Assist with the preparation, filing, and service of legal documents in state and federal courts for both civil and criminal defense practices.
• Manage calendars, schedule hearings, depositions, and meetings.
• Maintain accurate and organized client files.
• Communicate effectively with clients, opposing counsel, and court personnel.
• Assist with the drafting and proofreading of legal documents and correspondence.
• Assist with billing and timekeeping.

Qualifications:

• 3\+ years of experience as a legal assistant in a litigation setting.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint) and Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Slides).
• Experience with Clio or other practice management systems is a plus.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks, meet deadlines, and work independently.
• Keen attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy.
• Experience with State of Wisconsin and federal e\-filing platforms.

To Apply:

Please submit your resumé and cover letter to employment@westdunn.com. We will begin reviewing applications immediately and continue until the position is filled.

West \& Dunn is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Job Type: Full\-time

Pay: From $22\.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Health savings account
• Paid time off

Application Question(s):

• One of the steps in our hiring process is a proofreading test using MS Word. Do you have the ability to redline/track changes in a Word document using MS Word and e\-mail the redlined document back to us?

Ability to Commute:

• Waunakee, WI 53597 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Waunakee, WI 53597: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Waunakee, WI 53597