Legal Assistant 2026

Legal Assistant

About the Role

Crabtree Law Firm is growing, and we’re adding a Legal Assistant to support our expanding litigation team. This role exists because our firm recently added another attorney and our workload has increased significantly. Although this role is fully remote, this employee MUST live in the Greater Phoenix Area.

As a Legal Assistant at Crabtree, you’ll play a key role in keeping cases moving, supporting attorneys, and helping our team stay organized in a fast-paced litigation environment. If you enjoy managing multiple priorities, working closely with attorneys, and being the operational backbone of a legal team, this role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact while working remotely.

About the Firm

Crabtree Law Firm represents professionals across the construction industry including architects, engineers, custom home builders, and subcontractors in complex litigation matters. The firm focuses primarily on construction defect defense and serves clients across Arizona, Colorado, and New Mexico.

Our team is known for being collaborative, communicative, and deeply committed to supporting our clients. As we grow, we continue to invest in building a supportive work environment that balances high-quality legal work with flexibility and accountability for our team.

Why This Role Is Exciting

• Join a growing litigation firm with an expanding team and increasing case volume
• Work closely with attorneys and paralegals as a central coordinator for case workflow and communication
• Be part of a firm that values collaboration, flexibility, and work-life balance
• Play a key role in supporting construction industry professionals in complex legal matters
• Work remotely while staying connected to a supportive Phoenix-based team

What You’ll Do

• Manage litigation calendars and coordinate scheduling for attorneys
• Handle court filings and track deadlines across multiple jurisdictions
• Monitor and manage high-volume email communication for attorneys
• Prioritize incoming requests and ensure tasks are completed efficiently
• Coordinate with attorneys and paralegals to keep cases progressing smoothly
• Support administrative workflows and legal documentation processes
• Assist with legal filings and procedural requirements in Arizona, Colorado, and New Mexico
• Help maintain organization across multiple active cases and deadlines

What You Bring

• 3–5 years of legal assistant experience in a litigation environment
• Experience working at a defense firm required
• Construction experience strongly preferred
• 1-2 years of experience with Clio Manage software
• Strong familiarity with court filing procedures and litigation workflows in Arizona, New Mexico, and Colorado
• Excellent organization and time management skills
• Ability to support multiple attorneys simultaneously
• Strong written communication and email management skills
• Comfort working independently in a fully remote environment

Why You’ll Love Working Here

• Fully remote role with a Phoenix-area team
• A collaborative culture where attorneys and staff work closely together
• Leadership that values flexibility and healthy work boundaries
• Opportunity to contribute meaningfully in a growing, high-performing firm
• A supportive environment where team members help one another succeed

Compensation & Work Setup

• Salary: $60,000 – $65,000 depending on experience
• Location: Fully remote, but candidates must reside in the Greater Phoenix area
• Schedule requires availability until 5:00 PM to ensure court filing deadlines are met.

Interested in Joining the Team?

If you’re a highly organized Legal Assistant who enjoys supporting attorneys, managing complex workflows, and working collaboratively in a fast-paced litigation environment, we’d love to hear from you!