On-Site Legal Assistant: Fast-Paced Case Support

Morgan & Morgan; Washington; On-site; USD 34,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Job summary

Morgan & Morgan seeks a qualified Legal Assistant to join our team in a fast-paced, on-site environment. You will support the legal team with administrative services, case file management, and billing coordination, ensuring smooth daily operations across the firm.

The ideal candidate has 2+ years of administrative experience in a law firm or corporate legal department, strong organizational and communication skills, and the ability to multitask under tight deadlines.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Associate’s Degree in Paralegal Studies, Bachelor’s Degree, or Paralegal Certificate is preferred.
• At least 2 years of Administrative Assistant experience in a law firm or corporate legal department preferred.
• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities with the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Schedule calendar hearings and deadlines; organize case files and logistics.
• Maintain pleadings and discovery indexes.
• Organize exhibits, documents, evidence, briefs, and appendices.
• Improve administrative processes for efficiency.
• Collect and organize evidence for attorney review and case prep.
• Draft and proofread correspondence and legal documents.
• Research regulations, laws, and legal articles to assist with reports and case files.
• Manage client billing and resolve billing issues with the billing attorney.
• Communicate with clients and witnesses to schedule meetings and depositions.
• Manage documents in paper or electronic filing systems.
• Provide general admin assistance, including calendar management and travel arrangements.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Organizational skills

Multitasking

Communication skills

Time management

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate’s Degree in Paralegal Studies

Bachelor’s Degree in Paralegal/Legal field

Paralegal Certificate (preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Billing software

Document management systems

Job description

Morgan & Morgan seeks a qualified Legal Assistant to join our team in a fast-paced, on-site environment. You will support the legal team with administrative services, case file management, and billing coordination, ensuring smooth daily operations across the firm.

The ideal candidate has 2+ years of administrative experience in a law firm or corporate legal department, strong organizational and communication skills, and the ability to multitask under tight deadlines.