Legal Administrator

Legal Administrator

We are looking for a detail-oriented Legal Administrator to support daily legal operations for a Contract position based in Colchester, Vermont. This opportunity is ideal for someone who can keep documentation organized, coordinate deadlines, and help legal matters move forward efficiently. The role requires strong administrative judgment, accuracy with court-related paperwork, and confidence working with case management systems in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Organize and maintain legal records, correspondence, and matter-related documentation to ensure files remain accurate and accessible.

• Prepare, review, and submit legal documents through electronic filing systems while tracking deadlines and confirmation of receipt.

• Coordinate court filing activities and support the timely processing of pleadings, forms, and related case materials.

• Update and manage information within case management software to keep matter status, notes, and records current.

• Oversee calendar scheduling for hearings, appointments, filing deadlines, and other legal obligations.

• Assist with administrative support for legal workflows by monitoring task lists, following up on required documents, and communicating next steps.

• Maintain consistency and attention to detail across legal paperwork to help reduce errors and support compliance with filing requirements.

• Experience handling legal files and maintaining organized records in a legal or court-related environment.

• Working knowledge of electronic filing procedures and court filing processes.

• Proficiency with case management software and other legal administrative systems.

• Strong calendar management skills with the ability to track multiple deadlines accurately.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with a high level of professionalism.

• Strong attention to detail and the ability to manage sensitive information with discretion.

• Ability to prioritize work effectively in a deadline-driven administrative setting.

• 15.2 - 17.6 USD / Hourly