Legal Assistant - Hartford Office DanaherLagnese, P.C. is seeking an experienced Legal Assistant to join our Hartford office and provide administrative and litigation support to multiple attorneys in a busy medical malpractice and professional liability defense practice. The successful candidate will be highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to effectively manage competing priorities and deadlines for multiple attorneys. We are looking for someone who takes initiative, anticipates attorneys' needs, communicates well, and can independently manage the day-to-day administrative demands of an active litigation practice. Responsibilities Provide day-to-day administrative and litigation support to multiple attorneys. Prepare, revise, proofread, and format correspondence, pleadings, motions, discovery documents subpoenas, and other legal documents. Electronically file pleadings and other documents with Connecticut state and federal courts. Maintain attorney calendars and monitor court, discovery, deposition, and other case-related deadlines. Assist with scheduling and coordinating depositions, meetings, conferences, expert appointments, court appearances, and other case-related events. Communicate professionally with clients, attorneys, experts, court personnel, vendors, and other outside parties. Organize and maintain electronic case files using the firm's document management system. Assist with the preparation and organization of documents and materials for depositions, mediations, hearings, and trials. Prepare check requests, expense reimbursements, invoices, and other case-related administrative paperwork. Assist with opening and closing matters and maintaining accurate client and matter information. Qualifications Prior experience as a legal assistant or legal secretary in a law firm environment. Litigation experience required. Medical malpractice, professional liability, or insurance defense experience is a plus. Experience with Connecticut state and federal electronic filing systems preferred. Strong Microsoft Office skills, particularly Outlook and Word. Experience with document management, timekeeping, and billing systems preferred. Excellent proofreading, grammar, spelling, and document-formatting skills. Strong organizational and time-management skills with the ability to manage assignments and deadlines for multiple attorneys. Ability to prioritize competing requests and adjust priorities as needed in a busy litigation environment. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Ability to work independently, take initiative, anticipate needs, and follow through on assignments. Strong attention to detail and accuracy. Professionalism and discretion when handling confidential and sensitive information. A positive, team-oriented approach and willingness to assist attorneys and colleagues as needed. Position Details Full-time position Hartford, Connecticut office Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Benefits DanaherLagnese, P.C. offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: Medical, dental, and vision insurance 401(k) retirement plan Paid time off Paid holidays Paid on-site parking Firm-sponsored benefits Why Join DanaherLagnese? DanaherLagnese offers the opportunity to work with an experienced team of attorneys and legal professionals in a collaborative and professional environment. We value employees who take pride in their work, support their colleagues, and contribute to providing excellent service to our clients. We are looking for someone who wants to become an integral part of our team and contribute to the continued success of our Hartford office.

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Experience:

Microsoft Office:

1 year (Preferred)

Work Location:

In person