Legal Professional Assistant - Litigation

Sands Anderson is seeking a highly organized, client service oriented legal administrative assistant to join our Richmond office. This role is responsible for supporting our litigation group.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Handle administrative tasks (file opening/closing), fax, file, scan, copy, and billing.
• Process check requests.
• Draft correspondence.
• File electronically with the courts.
• Schedule and coordinate meetings, visitors, and travel.
• Coordinate court reporters.
• Issue subpoenas.
• Organize documents.
• Notarize documents.
• Communicate with opposing counsel, courts, experts
• Conduct research using Westlaw, internet, etc.
• Perform other duties or special projects as directed.

Skills and Education Requirements:

• College degree or equivalent education and/or experience.
• Minimum of 3 years legal administrative experience.
• Excellent client service and communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities.
• Exceptional attention to detail.
• Team oriented with the ability to work independently.
• Proficient computer skills including Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint, Outlook, and internet. Microsoft Teams experience a plus.
• E-Filing experience required.
• Ability to work the schedule of 8:30 a.m. 5:00 p.m.
• Ability to handle multiple projects and manage priorities.