Legal Secretary

Cipriani & Werner, P.C. is a multidisciplinary law firm. We have long been recognized as a firm that seeks first to understand the needs and interests of our clients.  From that point forward, we strive to deliver results that are expected by our clients.

The Fairfax Office is looking for a Legal Secretary to join our growing team.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• direct contact with clients, courts, and other entities.
• answer incoming phone calls.
• prepare and maintain physical and electronic client files.
• schedule appointments and maintain attorney and litigation calendars, including calculating and calendaring deadlines.
• file pleadings, prepare and work on discovery documents, discovery demands, and responses.
• obtain documents and other expert discovery.
• profiling emails.
• capturing partners’ time.
• prepare monthly expense reports.
• coordinate/book deposition scheduling.
• draft correspondence.
• help coordinate a very high-speed practice group.
• organize client files, pleadings, exhibit binders, discovery, etc.
• handle incoming and outgoing mail.

Position Requirements:

• High school diploma required; college education preferred.
• 2+ years of legal law firm experience strongly preferred; 5 years in a related practice area preferred.
• Knowledge of e-filing systems across multiple jurisdictions (VA/MD/DC) preferred.
• Ability to proofread required.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365, specifically Outlook, Word and Excel required.
• Proficiency in ProLaw and e-document management software preferred.
• Must be a self-motivated independent thinker with excellent time management skills, strong organizational skills, and outstanding communication skills with the ability to work as a team member in a high-volume fast paced and collegial work environment.

Cipriani & Werner P.C. offers a comprehensive benefit package. Highlights include:

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Matching 401(k)
• Paid time off
• Mentorship opportunities
• Collaborative and welcoming work environment
• Work-Life balance

This will be an in-person position.

The salary rage for this position is $50,000-$70,000 and represents C&W’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range at the time of posting. Actual compensation will depend upon a number of factors, included but not limited to experience and qualifications.

 Cipriani & Werner P.C. 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