<p>We are looking for a detail-oriented Legal Assistant to support a complex civil litigation team in <strong>Santa Fe, New Mexico</strong>. This is a Contract-to-hire position is great for someone who can manage fast-moving legal and administrative work while maintaining accuracy, professionalism, and confidentiality. The role offers the opportunity to contribute to case preparation, court filings, scheduling, and billing coordination in a deadline-driven legal environment. After completing training, a hybrid schedule may be available with a combination of in-office and remote work.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities</strong>:</p><p>• Manage electronic preparation, organization, and submission of court documents to ensure filings are accurate and timely.</p><p>• Draft and format preliminary materials for motions, discovery, and related litigation documents for attorney review.</p><p>• Coordinate logistics for depositions, hearings, mediations, arbitrations, and trials, including scheduling and document readiness.</p><p>• Communicate professionally with clients, opposing counsel, court personnel, and outside experts regarding case-related matters.</p><p>• Support attorneys with trial and dispute-resolution preparation by assembling exhibits, binders, and case materials.</p><p>• Oversee calendars, meetings, conference calls, travel arrangements, and key litigation deadlines across multiple matters.</p><p>• Assist with payment processing and help facilitate client invoicing and billing-related administrative tasks.</p><p>• Maintain organized legal files and manage documents using standard office software and document management tools.</p><p>• Handle additional administrative support duties as needed while balancing multiple priorities and urgent deadlines.</p>