Legal Assistant

Position Summary A respected Baltimore law firm is seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Legal Assistant to provide administrative and legal support to attorneys across multiple practice areas. The ideal candidate is highly organized, possesses excellent communication skills, and thrives in a fast-paced professional environment where accuracy, confidentiality, and responsiveness are essential. Key Responsibilities Provide administrative and legal support to attorneys and paralegals. Prepare, revise, proofread, and format legal correspondence, pleadings, contracts, agreements, and other legal documents. File documents electronically with state and federal courts. Manage attorney calendars, including scheduling meetings, hearings, depositions, and client appointments. Coordinate travel arrangements and expense reporting as needed. Maintain and organize physical and electronic client files. Conduct conflict checks and assist with client intake procedures. Monitor deadlines and ensure timely filing of court documents. Communicate professionally with clients, court personnel, opposing counsel, and vendors. Assist with billing activities, time entry, and preparation of client invoices. Handle confidential information with discretion and professionalism. Support special projects and other administrative duties as assigned. Qualifications Minimum of 3 years of legal assistant experience in a law firm environment. Experience supporting attorneys in litigation, corporate, real estate, or business law preferred. Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Outlook, Excel, and PowerPoint. Experience with electronic court filing systems in Maryland state and federal courts. Strong proofreading, grammar, and document formatting skills. Excellent organizational, time-management, and multitasking abilities. Ability to prioritize competing deadlines in a fast-paced environment. Strong interpersonal and client service skills. High level of professionalism and attention to detail. Preferred Qualifications Associate's degree, Paralegal Certificate, or equivalent combination of education and experience. Experience with document management systems and legal billing software. Knowledge of Maryland court procedures and legal terminology. Schedule Monday – Friday Full-Time | In-Office or Hybrid (depending on firm needs) The successful candidate will be a proactive professional who can effectively support multiple attorneys while delivering exceptional service to clients and maintaining the highest standards of confidentiality and accuracy. #J-18808-Ljbffr