Senior Legal Secretary - Child Support Enforcement

Commonwealth of Virginia; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 59,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The Commonwealth of Virginia's Office of the Attorney General is seeking a legally skilled Legal Secretary IV to support the Child Support Enforcement Section. This senior role provides high-level administrative assistance to attorneys, manages sensitive information, and coordinates executive calendars and travel.

You will prepare and review legal documents, facilitate meetings, handle billing and financial reports, and serve as a liaison with internal and external stakeholders while upholding

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience as a legal secretary or executive assistant in a legal environment.
• Supervisory experience is a plus.
• In-depth knowledge of legal terminology, procedures, and documentation.
• Excellent organizational and multitasking skills.
• Discretion and ability to handle confidential information.

Responsibilities

• Provides specialized high-level administrative support to the Child Support Enforcement Section.
• Contributes to the development and improvement of section/unit procedures.
• Manages complex calendars, appointments, and travel arrangements for attorneys and/or executives.
• Prepares and reviews legal documents and correspondence with utmost attention to detail.
• Coordinates and facilitates meetings and conferences, including preparation of agendas, meeting materials, and minutes.
• Assists in the preparation and review of financial documents, budgets, and reports.
• Organizes and maintains files and systems, ensuring accuracy and accessibility.
• Serves as a point of contact for internal and external stakeholders, handling inquiries and requests.
• Collaborates with legal teams and provides assistance in preparing presentations and reports.
• Prepares expense reports, tracks invoices, and handles billing matters.
• Handles confidential information with the utmost discretion and maintains strict confidentiality protocols.

Skills

Legal terminology knowledge

Organizational skills

Multitasking

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Discretion with confidential info

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Job description

The Commonwealth of Virginia's Office of the Attorney General is seeking a legally skilled Legal Secretary IV to support the Child Support Enforcement Section. This senior role provides high-level administrative assistance to attorneys, manages sensitive information, and coordinates executive calendars and travel.

You will prepare and review legal documents, facilitate meetings, handle billing and financial reports, and serve as a liaison with internal and external stakeholders while upholding