Legal Assistant - Family Law Litigation

Z Family Law

Legal Assistant - Family Law Litigation

Rockville, MD
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Join a rapidly growing family law firm in the Washington, DC metropolitan area, featured on the Inc. 5000 list. The Legal Assistant role involves contributing to a team dedicated to excellence, client satisfaction, and continuous expansion. We offer more than just a job; we provide an environment that encourages personal and professional development. Our goal is to foster a culture where employees understand the impact they have on clients and the community. Every opportunity here is a chance to transform lives, and we seek individuals eager to be part of this transformative journey. Compensation is commensurate with expertise and proficiency level, and we provide a comprehensive benefits package. Benefits include health insurance contributions, employer-matched 401(k), employer-sponsored life insurance, short-term disability coverage, complimentary parking, and paid time off. Responsibilities: To excel in this position, you should have a mix of empathy, determination to meet goals, skill in nurturing client relationships, and ease in managing large amounts of data. You would be an excellent fit if you: • Possess a strong drive to achieve billable targets and can efficiently manage your time • Thrive in fast-paced environments that provide diversity and challenges • Display a team-oriented attitude, always willing to assist wherever needed • Follow established policies and procedures to ensure excellent representation for every client • Enjoy working with spreadsheets and digging through bank statements • Show flexibility in adapting to new software and technologies While we highly appreciate skills and experience, we prioritize qualities such as integrity, intelligence, and character. As a legal assistant, you will: • Assist with producing discovery and cataloging discovery responses • Promptly contact assigned clients with developments on their cases • Draft correspondence to clients as needed • Submit pleadings and other court documents in Maryland and the District of Columbia • Collaborate with attorneys and paralegals to prepare for mediations, depositions, or trials • Operate within a team environment, actively collaborating with colleagues Qualifications: A Legal Assistant must have a minimum of a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university; be friendly, empathetic, and organized; and be proficient with Microsoft Office 360 and Adobe Acrobat Pro. Additionally, you must possess the following skills: • Ability to manage time effectively and ensure deadlines and KPIs are met or exceeded • Strong organizational and communication skills--both oral and written • People Skills/Customer Service—A Legal Assistant should have excellent people skills with the confidence to approach clients with empathy • Proficiency in multitasking and adherence to processes • Ability to work in a team with other Legal Assistants, Paralegals, and Attorneys • Bilingual (Spanish-speaking) is a plus Compensation: $50,000 - $65,000 yearly DOE

    • To excel in this position, you should have a mix of empathy, determination to meet goals, skill in nurturing client relationships, and ease in managing large amounts of data. You would be an excellent fit if you: • Possess a strong drive to achieve billable targets and can efficiently manage your time • Thrive in fast-paced environments that provide diversity and challenges • Display a team-oriented attitude, always willing to assist wherever needed • Follow established policies and procedures to ensure excellent representation for every client • Enjoy working with spreadsheets and digging through bank statements • Show flexibility in adapting to new software and technologiesWhile we highly appreciate skills and experience, we prioritize qualities such as integrity, intelligence, and character.As a legal assistant, you will: • Assist with producing discovery and cataloging discovery responses • Promptly contact assigned clients with developments on their cases • Draft correspondence to clients as needed • Submit pleadings and other court documents in Maryland and the District of Columbia • Collaborate with attorneys and paralegals to prepare for mediations, depositions, or trials • Operate within a team environment, actively collaborating with colleagues

  • Compensation
    $50,000-$65,000 per year