Experienced Litigation Assistant - Civil Case Support

Marks & Harrison; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Marks & Harrison, a long-established personal injury law firm in Virginia, is seeking a full-time Litigation Legal Assistant for our Richmond, VA office. Ideal candidates have 3–5 years of Civil Court experience in Virginia and can handle filing, document drafting, and case management with confidentiality and precision.

The role requires organizing and prioritizing deadlines, supporting attorneys, and maintaining thorough client files.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of litigation paralegal experience in Virginia civil courts
• Knowledge of motions, discovery, evidence, and court procedures in Virginia
• Strong written and verbal communication; detail-oriented
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines and maintain confidentiality

Responsibilities

• Gather and analyze information relevant to claims
• Arrange service
• Draft or prepare legal documents and file them with the court
• Maintain electronic and paper client files
• Calendar hearings and deadlines

Skills

Litigation experience

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Deadline management

Confidentiality

Team player

Education

Paralegal associate degree or related certification

Tools

Filevine

Job description

Marks & Harrison, a long-established personal injury law firm in Virginia, is seeking a full-time Litigation Legal Assistant for our Richmond, VA office. Ideal candidates have 3–5 years of Civil Court experience in Virginia and can handle filing, document drafting, and case management with confidentiality and precision.

The role requires organizing and prioritizing deadlines, supporting attorneys, and maintaining thorough client files.