Experienced Commercial Litigation Legal Assistant – Onsite

Addison Group; Rockville (MD); On-site; USD 46,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401(k)

Job summary

Addison Group is partnering with a growing law firm in Rockville to hire an experienced Commercial Litigation Legal Assistant. This role provides litigation and high-level administrative support to attorneys, with an emphasis on accuracy, organization, and timely handling of deadlines.

The ideal candidate will manage calendars, draft pleadings, handle e-filings, and coordinate travel, all while maintaining confidentiality and professionalism in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of legal assistant experience supporting commercial litigation attorneys.
• Experience in a law firm environment is required.
• Proficiency with MS Office applications (Outlook, Word) and calendar management.
• Experience coordinating travel and complex scheduling.
• Strong organizational and proofreading skills and ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support to multiple attorneys in a commercial litigation practice.
• Maintain attorney calendars, coordinate meetings, and arrange travel.
• Draft, edit, and format legal documents and correspondence.
• Prepare pleadings and other legal documents for filing.
• Assist with state and federal court e-filings.
• Organize and maintain electronic and paper case files.
• Prepare exhibits and materials for hearings, depositions, and trials.
• Coordinate client communications and respond to inquiries.
• Conduct conflict checks and assist with new matter setup.

Skills

Litigation support

Microsoft Office

Calendar management

Communication

Proofreading

Tools

State & Federal e-filing

Job description

Addison Group is partnering with a growing law firm in Rockville to hire an experienced Commercial Litigation Legal Assistant. This role provides litigation and high-level administrative support to attorneys, with an emphasis on accuracy, organization, and timely handling of deadlines.

The ideal candidate will manage calendars, draft pleadings, handle e-filings, and coordinate travel, all while maintaining confidentiality and professionalism in a fast-paced environment.