Temp to Hire Litigation Legal Assistant (Civil Litigation, Insurance Defense) onsite, Purchase, NY during temp period, upon conversion to fulltime role is hybrid (4/1).

LHH Recruitment Solutions is seeking an experienced Litigation Legal Assistant with at least 2+ years of experience in litigation (Insurance Defense) work on a full-time basis. The ideal candidate will have a strong background supporting attorneys in the area of litigation, with the ability to work independently, exercise sound judgment, and demonstrate initiative in a fast-paced legal environment.

This full-time position requires a detail-oriented, proactive individual who thrives in a team-oriented, client-focused setting and is comfortable navigating evolving technology and legal processes.

Responsibilities:

• Assist attorneys with preparation and finalization of legal documents related to insurance defense litigation matters (e.g., pleadings, discovery, correspondence, motions)
• Maintain case files and manage critical deadlines using case management software
• Coordinate attorney calendars, schedule meetings, and manage court appearances
• Communicate with clients, experts, and opposing counsel in a professional, timely manner
• Prepare, proofread, and format legal correspondence, court filings, and internal memos
• Process expense reimbursements
• Handle E-Filing and scanning of legal documents
• Provide administrative support for depositions, hearings, and client meetings
• Collaborate effectively with attorneys, paralegals, and administrative staff

Qualifications:

• Minimum 2+ years of legal assistant experience in a civil litigation (insurance defense) practice group
• Solid understanding of legal procedures, court rules, and deadlines related to commercial/business litigation
• Exceptional typing (55+ WPM) with strong grammar, spelling, and proofreading skills
• Organized, detail-focused, and capable of handling multiple priorities with minimal supervision
• Professional and discreet, with excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Familiarity with various case management software

Compensation

Benefit offerings include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and 401K plan. Our program provides employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs.??Available paid leave may include Paid Sick Leave, where required by law; any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law; and Holiday pay upon meeting eligibility criteria.

The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:

The California Fair Chance Act

Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance

Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to https://www.lhh.com/us/en/candidate-privacy

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Military connected talent encouraged to apply

To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to https://www-uat.lhh.com/us/en/candidate-privacy

The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:

• The California Fair Chance Act
• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

Massachusetts Candidates Only: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.