Salary: Highly competitive salary based on experience.
Experience Information: 5+ years proven experience working as a legal secretary, legal assistant, administrative assistant, or paralegal. Law firm experience required.
The law firm of Peckar & Abramson, . in Washington, DC is seeking an experienced Legal Assistant to join their team. In this role, the Legal Assistant will provide administrative support to assigned attorneys and work closely with other team members and paralegals. The ideal candidate will have excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and a proactive approach to their work.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Prepare, proofread, and edit a variety of legal documents with high accuracy
- File documents with courts and boards
- Serve as a liaison between attorneys, internal departments, and third-party vendors
- Maintain attorney calendars and docket case deadlines
- Coordinate meetings, depositions, and conference calls
- Send monthly firm invoices and process vendor invoices
- Manage case files and emails within the document management system
- Perform conflict checks and draft engagement letters and new client/matter intake forms
- Handle all incoming and outgoing mail, emails, faxes, and phone calls in a confidential and efficient manner
- Coordinate domestic travel arrangements
- Provide backup support during periods of leave
- Assist with knowledge sharing and mentoring of co-workers and new employees
- May perform some paralegal duties and may be required to bill for certain tasks
Essential Qualifications:
- High school diploma or equivalent, college degree preferred
- Legal assistant certification or diploma is a plus
- 5+ years of experience working as a legal secretary, legal assistant, administrative assistant, or paralegal
- Law firm experience is required
Location: Washington, DC
Salary: Highly competitive salary based on experience
Peckar & Abramson, . is a well-respected law firm in Washington, DC, known for their expertise in litigation. They are seeking a Legal Assistant with at least 5 years of experience to join their team. The ideal candidate will have a positive attitude, be self-motivated, and have excellent communication and organizational skills.
As a Legal Assistant, you will work closely with assigned attorneys and other team members, providing administrative support during all phases of the litigation process. You will also have the opportunity to assist with paralegal duties and mentor new employees.
The firm offers a highly competitive salary based on experience, and the opportunity for growth and development within the firm. If you are a legal professional with a strong work ethic and a passion for the legal field, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.
To be considered for this role, you must have a high school diploma or equivalent, with a college degree preferred. A legal assistant certification or diploma is a plus. The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of experience working in a law firm, with proven experience as a legal secretary, legal assistant, administrative assistant, or paralegal.
In this role, you will be responsible for a wide range of tasks, including preparing and proofreading legal documents, filing documents with courts and boards, and acting as a liaison between attorneys and third-party vendors. You will also be responsible for maintaining attorney calendars and coordinating meetings and travel arrangements.
The firm is seeking a candidate who is highly organized, detail-oriented, and has a proactive approach to their work. You must also have excellent communication skills and the ability to work well in a team environment.
In return, the firm offers a highly competitive salary and benefits package, as well as the opportunity for growth and development within the firm. This is a great opportunity for an experienced legal professional to join a respected law firm and advance their career in the legal field.
If you meet the qualifications and are interested in this position, please submit your application today. This is an opportunity you don't want to miss!
