Legal Assistant

Veritas Partners; Rockville (MD); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established law firm in Montgomery County is seeking a dedicated Legal Assistant to enhance their commercial litigation team. This role involves providing essential support to attorneys, managing case files, and ensuring efficient e-filing in multiple jurisdictions. The ideal candidate will bring at least three years of legal assistant experience, particularly in commercial litigation, and possess strong communication and typing skills. Join a dynamic environment where your contributions will directly impact the success of complex legal cases and help maintain the high standards of legal practice. If you are organized, detail-oriented, and passionate about the legal field, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience as a legal assistant in a commercial litigation environment.
• Knowledge of e-filing in MD, DC, and VA courts is essential.

Responsibilities

• Support attorneys in complex commercial litigation by managing case files.
• E-file cases and manage attorney calendars efficiently.

Skills

Legal Assistant Experience

Communication Skills

Typing Skills

Knowledge of Litigation Process

Tools

i-Manage

Job description

Our client, a law firm in Montgomery County, MD, is currently seeking a Legal Assistant to join their complex commercial litigation team. The incumbent will support three attorneys and handle electronic filing in MD, DC, and VA.

Responsibilities

• Provide support to attorneys specializing in complex commercial litigation
• Manage and organize case files
• Type and proofread legal documents
• E-file cases in MD, DC, and VA
• Manage attorney calendars
• Schedule and coordinate meetings, depositions, hearings, and other appointments

Qualifications

• Three years of experience as a legal assistant
• Commercial litigation experience is preferred
• Knowledge of litigation process required
• E-filing of pleadings in both state and federal courts in MD, DC, and VA
• Experience with i-Manage is preferred
• Excellent typing and communication skills

Seniority level

Associate

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Administrative and Legal

Industries

Legal Services