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Litigation Legal Assistant

ProspectBlue

Job Description

ProspectBlue is partnering with a law firm in Richmond, VA, to identify a motivated and detail-oriented Litigation Legal Assistant to provide primary administrative support to four associate attorneys.

Key Responsibilities
  • Prepare, draft, and revise attorney correspondence, including engagement letters, letters of representation, and other legal correspondence and filings.
  • Open new matters, coordinate conflict-of-interest checks with file room records, and maintain client and general files with minimal supervision.
  • Conduct periodic file reviews, identify matters eligible for storage, and prepare files for closure in accordance with firm procedures.
  • Manage attorney calendars, deadlines, and reminder systems while utilizing the firm's master calendar. Schedule appointments and coordinate meetings as needed.
  • Enter, update, and post attorney time records accurately and promptly.
  • Process invoices, proof billing sheets, and review and make necessary billing edits.
  • Screen incoming calls, take accurate messages, and ensure telephone rollover lines are properly covered.
  • Sort, date, distribute, and file incoming mail, as well as coordinate timely delivery of outgoing correspondence. Arrange delivery through appropriate courier or service when needed and monitor delivery to ensure deadlines are met.
  • Welcome clients and visitors and provide a professional, courteous experience while maintaining strict confidentiality regarding attorney-client matters.
  • Provide additional administrative support, including typing, filing, electronic filing, photocopying, and reception coverage as workload permits and as requested by attorneys or the Human Resources Manager.
  • Work overtime when necessary, particularly to assist with trial and hearing preparation.
Qualifications
  • At least two years of experience working as a Litigation Legal Assistant.
  • Current litigation experience within a law firm environment is preferred.
  • Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Word, Outlook, and Excel.
  • Excellent typing, organizational, written, and verbal communication skills.
  • Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment.
  • Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.
  • Professional, courteous, and positive demeanor.
  • Ability to accept feedback and incorporate it effectively into daily work.
  • Familiarity with document management systems such as NetDocuments, as well as billing and time-entry software, is a plus.
  • Knowledge of federal and state electronic filing procedures is preferred.
Vacancy posted 9 hours ago
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