Legal Administrative Assistant

We are Hostetter Strent LLC

This is an opportunity to join a team of seasoned professionals at Hostetter Strent LLC, a Bethesda, Maryland based law firm specializing in family law. We are committed to providing clients with dedicated, compassionate, and high-quality service.

Job Summary

Hostetter Strent LLC is looking for a Legal Administrative Assistant who will assist two firm partners by providing administrative and support services; assisting with day-to-day office operations; and supporting litigation activity.

Essential Functions

• Maintains attorney calendars, schedules consultations, meetings, events, conferences, and trainings.
• Assists attorneys with litigation process including pleading review, filing, discovery, and trial preparation.
• Maintains and manages correspondence, pleadings, court logs, files etc.
• Drafts, proofs, and edits correspondence, agreements, and other work product.
• Answers phones and responds to general inquiries, including new client intake.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Skills & Abilities

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Understanding of legal language and principles, court pleadings and processes, and other related matters.
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality, and to exercise discretion and good judgment.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office 365 Suite, Adobe Acrobat.

Education & Experience

• Associate degree or Bachelor's degree required.
• At least 1 - 2 years of related experience preferred.
• Paralegal certificate desirable.

Requirements

• COVID vaccination
• Criminal background check

What are we looking for?

• High level personal and professional integrity and dependability with a strong sense of urgency
• Independent critical thinking
• Resourcefulness

What is in it for you?

• Competitive compensation commensurate with experience
• Wonderful diverse team of seasoned professionals
• Paid time off (22 days per year)
• Firm paid holiday leave
• Monthly health stipend ($291/per month)
• Monthly paid parking or metro fees
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer matching (after 6 months of employment)

How to apply to receive consideration:

You MUST provide the following information as listed below:

1. Resume or curriculum vitae
2. Cover letter with minimum salary requirements

Hostetter Strent LLC is an equal opportunity employer, committed to the strengthening of a diverse workforce