Litigation Assistant

Morgan & Morgan; Washington; On-site; USD 33,778 - 39,743; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Job summary

A law firm is seeking a qualified Litigation Assistant to manage daily operations, perform administrative services, and support the legal team. Ideal candidates should have at least 2 years of experience in an administrative role, preferably within a law firm setting, and demonstrate strong organizational and communication skills. The position is on-site, emphasizing teamwork and rapid onboarding. Benefits include medical and dental insurance, a 401(k) plan, and paid time off.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of experience as an Administrative Assistant in a law firm or corporate legal department.
• Experience in Personal Injury or Workers Compensation preferred.
• Ability to multitask and prioritize effectively in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform administrative duties like scheduling hearings and managing case files.
• Maintain pleadings and discovery indexes.
• Draft and proofread legal documents such as pleadings and contracts.

Skills

Organizational skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate’s Degree in Paralegal Studies or Bachelor’s Degree

Paralegal Certificate

Job description

We are seeking a qualified Litigation Assistant to join our team. As a Litigation Assistant, you will be responsible for managing the law firm's day-to-day operations, including carrying out administrative services and supporting the legal team. This position's ideal candidate has a strong work ethic, exceptional problem-solving skills, and is comfortable working in a fast-paced dynamic workplace.

This role is on-site, which gives you the chance to be fully immersed in the work and gain direct experience alongside the team. We’ve found that being in the office helps new team members get up to speed quickly and feel more connected.

Responsibilities

• Perform administrative duties, such as scheduling calendar hearings and deadlines, organizing case files, and managing logistics
• Maintain pleadings and discovery indexes
• Organize exhibits, documents, evidence, briefs, and appendices
• Implement and improve upon administrative processes for more efficient workflow
• Collect, examine, and organize evidence and other legal documents for attorney review and case preparation
• Draft and proofread correspondence and legal documents, such as pleadings and contracts
• Research regulations, laws, and legal articles to assist with the preparation of reports, case files, and legal advice
• Manage client billing by preparing, finalizing, and sending out bills, as well as resolving billing issues in cooperation with the billing attorney
• Communicate with clients and witnesses to schedule meetings, interviews, and depositions
• Manage, organize, and maintain documents in paper or electronic filing systems
• Provide general administrative assistance, such as maintaining the attorney’s calendar and making travel arrangements
• Perform other related duties as assigned to meet the needs of the business

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED
• Associate’s Degree in Paralegal Studies, Bachelor’s Degree, or a Paralegal Certificate (preferred)
• Experience in Personal Injury, Workers Compensation, Premises, First Party or other injury related practice areas (preferred)
• At least 2 years of experience as an Administrative Assistant preferably in a law firm setting or in a corporate legal department
• Highly organized with the ability to multitask, prioritize, handle a fast-paced environment, and manage workload with a great attitude and minimal supervision
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including good presentation skills

Hourly Range

$24.52 - $28.85 USD

Benefits

For full-time employees, we offer an excellent benefits package including medical and dental insurance, 401(k) plan, paid time off and paid holidays.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Morgan & Morgan provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

E-Verify

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