Legal Assistant — High-Impact Legal Support

Friedman Williams; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Friedman Williams is seeking a detail-oriented Legal Assistant in Baltimore, MD to support the firm's legal team. The role entails handling administrative tasks, document preparation, and client communications in a fast-paced environment.

The ideal candidate will be organized, resourceful, and capable of managing multiple duties with discretion and professionalism. Experience in a legal or administrative role is preferred, and strong communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Strong organizational and time-management skills are required.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion and confidentiality.
• Previous legal or administrative support experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist attorneys and paralegals with preparation, review, and organization of legal documents.
• Conduct legal research on statutes, regulations, and case law to support cases.
• Maintain and manage electronic and physical legal files with accuracy and confidentiality.
• Schedule appointments, meetings, and court appearances for attorneys.
• Draft correspondence, memoranda, and other legal documents under supervision.
• Coordinate document production processes (photocopying, scanning, printing, binding).
• Manage communications with clients, opposing counsel, courts, and stakeholders.
• Assist with trial/hearing preparations, including organizing evidence and witness lists.
• Provide general administrative support including calendar management, travel arrangements, and expense processing.

Skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Communication skills

Discretion

Job description

Friedman Williams is seeking a detail-oriented Legal Assistant in Baltimore, MD to support the firm's legal team. The role entails handling administrative tasks, document preparation, and client communications in a fast-paced environment.

The ideal candidate will be organized, resourceful, and capable of managing multiple duties with discretion and professionalism. Experience in a legal or administrative role is preferred, and strong communication skills are essential.