Overview We are seeking a detail-oriented, qualified Civil / Commercial Litigation Assistant /Paralegal to provide comprehensive administrative and legal support to a busy litigation practice. This position requires substantial experience in civil litigation within Arizona courts and strong proficiency in court rules, e-filing systems, and document management.

Responsibilities Court Filings & Rules:

Manage e-filings across state and federal systems; research and analyze federal, state, and local court rules.

Calendaring & Scheduling:

Diligently schedule and track court appearances, depositions, filing dates, and critical litigation deadlines in accordance with applicable rules.

Document Preparation:

Prepare correspondence, notices, subpoenas, exhibits, basic pleadings, and motions, ensuring careful proofreading of attorney work product.

Discovery & Trial Support:

Assist in organizing, indexing, and managing discovery materials, document productions, and trial binders.

Communication & Coordination:

Communicate professionally with clients, court staff, opposing counsel, process servers, and vendors.

Practice Administration:

Handle incoming and outgoing mail, maintain electronic file structures, and answer incoming phone calls.

Skills/Experience Experience:

3-5+ years as a litigation secretary or legal assistant (commercial/civil litigation experience preferred).

E-Filing Proficiency:

Demonstrated expertise with AZTurboCourt, eFileAZ, PACER, and CM/ECF.

Court Rules:

Strong knowledge of the Arizona and Federal Rules of Civil Procedure, as well as the Arizona Rules of Civil Appellate Procedure.

Software & Tech:

Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, Excel, Teams), Adobe Acrobat, Zoom, and cloud platforms (Dropbox preferred).

Core Skills:

Excellent organizational abilities, sharp proofreading skills, high discretion with sensitive client information, and a collaborative team mindset. Compensation commensurate with qualifications.

Pay:

$30.00 - $35.00 per hour Expected hours: 40.0 per week

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Flexible schedule Free parking Health insurance Paid sick time Paid time off

Experience:

civil/commercial litigation: 3 years (Preferred) Ability to

Commute:

Tucson, AZ 85718 (Preferred)

Work Location:

In person