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Job Description
We are seeking a highly motivated and organized Legal Assistant to join our team in our Tysons office. This position is on-site. The individual would be primarily supporting attorneys engaged in commercial litigation and intellectual property (IP) work for our clients . The ideal candidate will have experience in a fast-paced legal environment and possess excellent communication and organizational skills. The individual will also manage the reception desk for the office, although this responsibility will likely comprise 20% or less of the role.
Legal Assistant Responsibilities:
- Assist attorneys with all aspects of litigation, including drafting pleadings, discovery requests and responses, and other legal documents
- Manage case files and maintain document databases
- Handle and monitor court filings, dockets, and deadlines for commercial litigators
- Manage the IP docket
- Support attorneys’ billing efforts
- Coordinate and schedule depositions, hearings, and other meetings
- Communicate with clients, opposing counsel, and court personnel
- Perform legal research and analysis
- Assist with trial preparation
Receptionist Responsibilities:
Our Tysons office is home to five attorneys so the receptionist role will likely be secondary to the Legal Assistant responsibilities.
Our Tysons office is home to five attorneys so the receptionist role will likely be secondary to the Legal Assistant responsibilities.
- Greet clients and guests of the firm
- Manage mail and deliveries
- Meeting set-up
Requirements:
- Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Paralegal Studies or related field
- Minimum of 2 years of experience as a Legal Assistant
- Experience supporting a commercial litigation practice and with Virginia court filings (preferred)
- Experience supporting an IP practice (preferred)
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Strong organizational and time management skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and legal research databases
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Ability to work on-site in our Tysons office every day
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