Legal Assistant

McCandlish Holton, PC; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with employer matching

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Employer-paid parking

Job summary

McCandlish Holton, PC in Richmond, Virginia seeks a motivated Legal Assistant to join our team. You will support attorneys by preparing and organizing legal documents, maintaining case files, and coordinating deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

The role offers employer-paid parking, 24/7 building security, employee appreciation events, and opportunities for professional growth, plus a comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, 401(k) with employer matching, PTO and

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Ability to reliably travel to the workplace.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and document management systems.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to prepare, format, proofread, and manage documents accurately.

Responsibilities

• Support attorneys in a fast-paced legal environment.
• Prepare and organize legal documents and maintain case files.
• Coordinate deadlines and assist with filings.
• Communicate with professional contacts and internal teams.
• Support day-to-day operations of the law practice.

Skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Organization

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Document management systems

Digital communication platforms

Job description

Job Summary

We are seeking a motivated, organized, and detail-oriented Legal Assistant to join our team in Richmond, Virginia.

Job Summary

We are seeking a motivated, organized, and detail-oriented Legal Assistant to join our team in Richmond, Virginia. This position is designed for an individual seeking the opportunity to work alongside other team members to support attorneys in a fast-paced legal environment. The Legal Assistant will provide essential support throughout the lifecycle of legal matters by preparing and organizing legal documents, maintaining case files, coordinating deadlines, assisting with filings, communicating with professional contacts, and supporting the day-to-day operations of a busy law practice. We offer a professional and collaborative work environment in downtown Richmond with employer-paid parking, 24/7 building security, employee appreciation events, and opportunities for professional growth. We also offer a comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) with employer matching, paid time off, and paid holidays.

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Minimum Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to reliably and regularly transport oneself to and from work.
• High level of computer literacy and the ability to effectively utilize Microsoft Office Suite, document management systems, digital communication platforms, and other office technology.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to multitask.
• Ability to prepare, format, proofread, and manage documents with a high degree of accuracy.

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Compensation

The anticipated compensation range for this position is $23.07 to $29.74 per hour (approximately $45,000.00 to $58,000.00 annually, based on a standard 37.5-hour workweek). Compensation within this range will be determined based on the candidate's qualifications, demonstrated skills, relevant experience, and responsibilities assigned within the role.

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Equal Employment Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a workplace free from discrimination and harassment. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, business needs, and performance without regard to any characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.