Part-Time Legal Assistant (experience in civil litigation, consumer protection,

Independently manage and monitor an assigned caseload with minimal day-to-day supervision. Track case progress, upcoming deadlines, required actions, and outstanding documentation. Maintain accurate, organized, and up-to-date electronic case files. Prioritize tasks based on urgency, statutory requirements, and case-specific deadlines. Identify delays, missing information, and potential issues that may affect case progress. Monitor and calendar statutory deadlines, filing dates, response deadlines, and other critical case milestones. Assist with civil litigation procedures and ensure required documents and follow-up actions are completed on time. Prepare, organize, review, and maintain legal documents and case-related correspondence. Follow established procedures for tracking deadlines and escalating urgent matters. Proactively flag potential deadline risks, procedural concerns, and issues requiring attorney attention. Communicate professionally with clients regarding case status, required documentation, and next steps. Follow up on outstanding information, documents, and client requirements. Maintain clear and timely communication while ensuring client records accurately reflect relevant interactions. Recognize sensitive or substantive legal questions and refer them to the attorney when appropriate. Prepare, organize, and maintain pleadings, correspondence, evidence, supporting documents, and other case materials as assigned. Ensure documents are properly labeled, filed, and