Legal Assistant

Job Description

Job Description

Law firm seeks legal assistant or paralegal to provide high-level litigation support for one of its partners.  Candidate must have thorough knowledge of MS Word and Outlook (Excel and LEAP a plus), strong typing skills (at least 50 wpm), the ability to multitask, effective communication skills (both verbal and written), and a professional attitude.  Candidate must possess excellent time management and organizational skills and produce a high-quality, timely work product.  Compensation commensurate with job classification and experience. 

$45,000 - $55,000 depending on experience

• Typing correspondence, pleadings, indexes, etc.;

• Organizing files;

• Scheduling appointments, depositions, hearings, trials, etc.;

• Telephone and email communication with clients, clerks of court, opposing counsel, etc.;

• Billing; and

• Filing.

• Typing speed of at least 50 wpm

• Knowledge of MS Word;

• Strong communication skills;

• Multitasking skills; and

• Legal experience preferred, but not necessary.

Heath & Verser P.L.C. offers a full range of litigation services to individuals and businesses throughout Virginia. We provide individualized case strategies and diligent attention to detail. Time and time again, we have found that our unique strategy yields optimal results, no matter the nature or complexity of the case. Our attorneys have experience trying cases to a verdict. We are not conference room lawyers – at our core, we are trial lawyers.