Legal Assistant / Legal Secretary

A growing litigation firm is seeking a Legal Assistant / Legal Secretary to join its Richmond office.

This position provides direct support to attorneys and legal professionals handling a variety of litigation matters. The role is ideal for someone who enjoys a fast-paced environment, can manage multiple priorities simultaneously, and takes pride in keeping cases and teams organized.

Prior legal administrative experience is preferred but not required. Strong administrative, organizational, and communication skills are the most important factors.

We are moving efficiently and can typically take candidates from first conversation to decision within approximately two weeks.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support to attorneys and legal staff
• Manage calendars, scheduling, and attorney deadlines
• Draft, proofread, and distribute correspondence and legal documents
• Organize and maintain electronic and physical files
• Assist with document management and case administration
• Communicate with clients, vendors, courts, and outside parties
• Handle filing, scanning, data entry, and general office support
• Track deadlines and assist attorneys in managing active matters
• Support a busy litigation team in a collaborative office environment

Qualifications

• Previous office, administrative, customer service, or legal support experience preferred
• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Professional and dependable work ethic
• Ability to prioritize competing deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word and Outlook required
• Strong attention to detail
• Experience working in a professional services environment is a plus
• Experience with ProLaw is helpful but not required

Compensation

• Base salary generally ranging from $40,000 - $60,000 depending on experience
• Health insurance
• 401(k)
• Long-term growth opportunity with an established litigation practice

This is a full-time, on-site position based in Richmond, Virginia.

Confidential inquiries welcome.