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INTRODUCTION
Mandarich Law Group, LLP is a leading debt collection law firm with offices located in multiple states. We are currently recruiting for a Legal Assistance for our Raleigh, NC office. This a full-time, In-office, non-exempt position. Base schedule is Monday thru Friday 8AM to 5PM, in-office. Interested applicants: We require a completed employment applicant and resume.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
What You'll Do:
- Provide administrative support to attorneys and legal team, including document preparation, filing, and general office tasks
- Manage and organize legal documents, ensuring compliance with regulations and confidentiality standards
- Maintaining firm's NC court docket, getting cases prepared for hearings, drafting and e-filing court documents, document printing and mailing, and communicating with court staff and appearance counsel when necessary.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's degree in business administration, Legal Studies, or a related field (preferred)
- Prior law firm experience-preferred
- Basic knowledge of civil litigation
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively in a fast-paced environment
- E-Filing experience and experience with court dockets is preferred
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and legal management software (i.e. JST preferred)
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Competitive Hourly Salary
- Medical, Dental, and vision coverage; 401K plan with company match
- PTO
- Paid Parental Leave
- Company-paid Life Insurance
- Short and Long Term Disability Insurance
- Opportunities for advancement and professional development
- Salary $21-$23/Hour DOE
INTRODUCTION
Mandarich Law Group, LLP is a leading debt collection law firm with offices located in multiple states. We are currently recruiting for a Legal Assistance for our Raleigh, NC office. This a full-time, In-office, non-exempt position. Base schedule is Monday thru Friday 8AM to 5PM, in-office. Interested applicants: We require a completed employment applicant and resume.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
What You'll Do:
- Provide administrative support to attorneys and legal team, including document preparation, filing, and general office tasks
- Manage and organize legal documents, ensuring compliance with regulations and confidentiality standards
- Maintaining firm's NC court docket, getting cases prepared for hearings, drafting and e-filing court documents, document printing and mailing, and communicating with court staff and appearance counsel when necessary.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's degree in business administration, Legal Studies, or a related field (preferred)
- Prior law firm experience-preferred
- Basic knowledge of civil litigation
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively in a fast-paced environment
- E-Filing experience and experience with court dockets is preferred
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and legal management software (i.e. JST preferred)
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Competitive Hourly Salary
- Medical, Dental, and vision coverage; 401K plan with company match
- PTO
- Paid Parental Leave
- Company-paid Life Insurance
- Short and Long Term Disability Insurance
- Opportunities for advancement and professional development
- Salary $21-$23/Hour DOE
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A snapshot from current openings nationwide, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Jobot28
- State Street27
- Office of the Attorney General24
- Walmart21
- City of New York10
Top Industries Hiring
- Law & Legal Services204
- Education121
- Banking & Financial Services77
- Government & Public Sector59
- Healthcare & Medical Services52
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in legal assistant jobs.
- Associate or bachelor's degree in paralegal studies or a related field
- Proficiency with legal research platforms such as Westlaw or LexisNexis
- Experience drafting legal documents including pleadings, contracts, and correspondence
- Familiarity with e-filing systems for state and federal courts
- Strong organizational skills for managing case files and court deadlines
- Knowledge of legal terminology across at least one practice area
Tips for Your Legal Assistant Job Search
Tailor your resume to practice area
Litigation support and transactional work call for different skills, so your resume should reflect the specific practice area you're targeting. Highlight e-filing experience for litigation roles and contract management tools for corporate positions.
List your legal software by name
Employers scan for specific tools like Clio, LexisNexis, Westlaw, or iManage. Name every platform you've used in a dedicated skills section so your resume clears applicant tracking systems that filter on software keywords.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists legal assistant openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Show document volume in your experience
Hiring managers want to know you can handle a real caseload. Describe the types and volume of documents you've drafted or managed, such as motions, discovery requests, or closing packages, to give concrete evidence of your output.
Prepare answers about court deadlines
Interviewers in litigation-heavy firms almost always ask how you track filing deadlines and avoid missed dates. Walk through your actual calendar or docketing system in your answer, naming the tool and your backup process.
Follow up with a practice-specific note
After your interview, send a thank-you that references a specific case type or procedure you discussed. A generic follow-up blends in, but a note that mentions the firm's transactional work or a docketing challenge you solved stands out.
Legal Assistant Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most legal assistants?
The companies hiring the most legal assistants right now include Jobot, State Street, and Office of the Attorney General, with the largest share of openings in New York, California, and Texas, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. Both large law firms and in-house corporate legal teams are consistently among the highest-volume hirers.
How many legal assistant jobs are remote?
About 22% of legal assistant openings are fully remote or hybrid as of June 2026, with remote work most common in roles focused on document review, contract administration, and legal research rather than in-court or client-facing litigation support positions.
How do you become a legal assistant?
Most legal assistants start with an associate or bachelor's degree in paralegal studies, legal studies, or a related field, though some enter through on-the-job training at a law firm. Building proficiency with legal research tools, learning court filing procedures, and gaining experience drafting standard legal documents are the practical steps that move candidates from entry-level to hireable.
Can you get a legal assistant job with little or no experience?
Yes, entry-level legal assistant roles exist specifically for candidates without prior law firm experience. Employers filling these positions prioritize strong writing skills, attention to detail, and familiarity with document formatting. A paralegal studies certificate, relevant coursework, or even an internship with a legal aid organization can substitute for paid experience in many small and mid-size firm openings.
What does the legal assistant interview process look like?
Most legal assistant interviews include an initial phone or video screen with HR or an office manager, followed by an in-person or video interview with the supervising attorney or paralegal team lead. Expect questions about how you manage competing deadlines, your experience with specific document types, and your familiarity with the firm's practice area. Some employers add a short writing or proofreading exercise before extending an offer.
Where can I find and apply to legal assistant jobs?
You can find and apply to legal assistant jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search the listings to find roles that match your experience and practice area preference, then apply directly to each opening that fits.
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