Legal Assistant

LAW FIRM; Leesburg (VA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm in Virginia seeks a full-time Legal Assistant - Floater to support attorneys and enhance operational efficiencies. This role involves providing administrative assistance, managing tasks related to client interactions, and maintaining organized workflows. Ideal candidates will have strong organizational skills, proficiency in Microsoft Office, and ideally, a degree in a relevant field.

Qualifications

• 1 to 2 years of experience in a professional work environment, preferably in a law firm.
• Experience with collections is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative, organizational support to attorneys.
• Proofreading documents and managing attorney calendars.
• Maintain contact with clients and assist in preparing legal documents.

Skills

Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite

Multi-tasking

Organization

Dependability

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

iManage Work

Standard office equipment

Job description

Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Legal Assistant - Floater

Department: Administration

Reports To: Legal Assistant Manager

FLSA Status: Non - Exempt

SUMMARY

The Floater Legal Assistant contributes to the efficient operation of the firm by assisting attorneys, other legal personnel and professional staff with administrative, technical and organizational tasks.

PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Depending on specific assignment, provide administrative, organizational and technical support that may include, but is not limited to:

• Providing back-up support to other legal assistants in the community association practice group
• Proofreading work product for typographical, grammatical or spelling errors;
• Managing attorney calendar and assist in meeting deadlines;
• Maintaining positive professional contact with clients and court officials;
• Assisting attorneys or paralegals with the preparation and filing of court documents, legal correspondence, and/or transmittal documents;
• Assisting with mailing of letters and monthly bills.
• Fielding incoming telephone calls, and scheduling meetings and conference rooms;
• Prioritizing workload in an efficient and effective manner;
• Providing coverage of front desk (as needed);
• Participating in ongoing training sessions to enhance his/her technical skills;
• Maintaining a neat and orderly workplace;
• Keeping legal assistant manager abreast of current issues and potential problems as they develop; seeks advice as needed;
• Assist with overall office support and other duties that may be assigned as needed by attorneys and the legal assistant superior.
• MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
• Proficient use and utilization of computer software including Microsoft Office Suite and iManage Work; and operation of standard office equipment including printers, copiers, facsimile and telephone equipment;
• Must be able to complete designated tasks within specified time limits; organization and multi-tasking a must;
• Must be dependable and take direction well;
• 1 to 2 years of experience in a professional work environment, preferably in a law firm.
• Experience with collections is highly desirable
• Bachelor’s degree preferred

Job Type: Full-time

Company Description

Rees Broome has grown to be one of Virginia’s top law firms, with 50 attorneys and proven expertise in the areas of civil litigation, business, tax, estates, employment, construction defect liability, homeowners’ and condominium associations, zoning, commercial real estate and creditors’ rights work. In addition to our main office in Tysons, we have growing offices in Leesburg, Virginia and Bethesda, Maryland.

Company Description

Rees Broome has grown to be one of Virginia’s top law firms, with 50 attorneys and proven expertise in the areas of civil litigation, business, tax, estates, employment, construction defect liability, homeowners’ and condominium associations, zoning, commercial real estate and creditors’ rights work. In addition to our main office in Tysons, we have growing offices in Leesburg, Virginia and Bethesda, Maryland.