Legal Admin

Title: Legal Administrative Assistant

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in preparing, reviewing, and filing legal documents for cases across state and federal courts in Maryland, DC, and Virginia.
• Manage and organize both electronic and physical case files to ensure accessibility and compliance.
• Maintain attorney calendars by scheduling meetings, court appearances, and other critical deadlines.
• Coordinate the service of pleadings and manage court document submissions.
• Support case preparation activities including drafting correspondence, managing discovery documents, and preparing trial subpoenas and exhibits.
• Oversee and ensure the accuracy of legal documents and correspondence for grammatical and procedural compliance.
• Handle day-to-day administrative tasks such as filing, calendaring, and managing communications.
• Provide cross-departmental support as needed, including covering the front desk operations.
• Engage in continuous learning and training to enhance job performance and stay updated with relevant software and legal practices.

Qualifications:

• At least 3 years of experience in a legal support role, preferably within a commercial litigation or family law environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) and familiarity with legal case management software, preferably PerfectLaw.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with meticulous attention to detail.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to work collaboratively in a team setting.
• Experience with digital printing and photography is advantageous.