Legal Administrative Assistant with 3+ Years of Experience
- Commercial Litigation
- Employment Law
- Trusts, Estates, and Probate
Position Overview
Evolve is seeking an experienced Legal Administrative Assistant to support a dynamic legal team. The ideal candidate will provide comprehensive administrative support to attorneys in various practice areas. This is not a paralegal position, but it requires a strong understanding of legal procedures and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. The Legal Administrative Assistant will play a vital role in managing case files, preparing legal documents, and coordinating schedules to ensure smooth operations within the legal department.
What’s in it for You
- Competitive Wage and Benefits Package: Competitive compensation that reflects your experience and qualifications.
- Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision coverage, alongside a 401(k) plan.
- Paid Time Off: PTO including holidays, bereavement, and parental leave, plus resources focused on health and well-being.
- Professional Growth: A dynamic, team-oriented environment with opportunities for growth and development.
Key Responsibilities
As a Legal Administrative Assistant, you will:
- Provide comprehensive administrative support to attorneys.
- Type and proofread legal documents, including pleadings and correspondence.
- Manage and organize case files, ensuring all relevant documents, including discovery, are properly filed and accessible.
- Coordinate with clients, court personnel, and other parties involved in legal matters.
- Maintain digital and physical files.
- Handle electronic filing (e-filing) and service of court documents in state and federal courts in Maryland, DC, and Virginia.
- Schedule and coordinate meetings, depositions, hearings, and appointments.
- Maintain attorney calendars, deadlines, litigation dates, and reminders.
- Assist with setting up and maintaining digital and physical pleading binders.
- Provide general secretarial and administrative support to attorneys as needed.
Qualifications & Experience
The ideal Legal Administrative Assistant candidate will have:
- A minimum of 3 years of assistant/secretarial or administrative support experience in a legal department or practice.
- A bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
- Knowledge of legal procedures, terminology, and court rules.
- Proficiency in electronic filing (e-filing) in both state and federal courts in Maryland, DC, and Virginia.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with comfort in speaking with clients.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Microsoft Word, and experience with document management software (i-Manage preferred).
- Typing proficiency and the ability to adapt to changing priorities.
- A client-focused, service-oriented approach with the ability to work full time in the office (this is not a remote position).
- The ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
About the Firm
This highly regarded law firm, represented by Evolve, is known for delivering exceptional legal services to clients locally, nationally, and internationally. The firm offers excellent long-term career opportunities and full benefits, fostering a collaborative and supportive work environment where employees are empowered to succeed professionally.
Apply now to become a valued member of the legal team and advance your career as a Legal Administrative Assistant!
