Legal Assistant
A trained professional who provides direct administrative and procedural support to attorneys, handling documents, scheduling, and client coordination.
A legal assistant from DocketHire works alongside your attorneys to handle the administrative backbone of case work. From preparing pleadings and discovery packets to managing correspondence and tracking court deadlines, your legal assistant ensures nothing falls through the cracks while attorneys focus on strategy and client advocacy.
Firms that add a dedicated legal assistant through DocketHire see immediate improvements in turnaround time for document preparation and a measurable reduction in scheduling conflicts. Our legal assistants are trained on common practice management platforms and understand the procedural requirements that vary by jurisdiction and practice area.
DocketHire legal assistants are selected for their precision, discretion, and ability to work independently within established firm workflows. They handle confidential information with the care it demands and communicate clearly with clients, courts, and co-counsel on behalf of your team.
Key Tasks
- Prepare, format, and file legal documents including pleadings and motions
- Maintain attorney calendars with court dates, depositions, and client meetings
- Draft correspondence to clients, opposing counsel, and courts
- Organize case files and ensure all documents are properly indexed
- Coordinate service of process and track proof of service
- Assist with trial preparation including exhibit organization
- Handle incoming and outgoing mail and courier requests
- Process expense reports and track case related costs
- Schedule conference calls, mediations, and depositions
- Update case management systems with notes and status changes
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