Legal Administrative Assistant

Job Title: Legal Administrative Assistant

Industry: Legal – Commercial Litigation

Location (City, State): Potomac, MD

Assignment Type: Contract-to-Hire (C2H)

Pay: $28–$33/hour, flexible based on experience

Work Schedule: Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM–5:00 PM; 37.5 hours per week

Benefits: This position is eligible for medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) benefits through Addison Group.

About the Company:

Our client is a full-service law firm serving businesses, individuals, and families throughout the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area. The firm offers a broad range of legal services, including business law, real estate, litigation, estate planning, family law, and employment law, with a focus on building long-term client relationships.

Position Overview:

Our client is seeking an experienced Legal Administrative Assistant to support two attorneys within its Commercial Litigation department. This role is ideal for a confident, highly organized, and detail-oriented legal professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment, manages competing priorities effectively, and maintains professionalism when working with demanding personalities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide comprehensive administrative support to two attorneys handling complex commercial litigation matters.
• Manage attorney calendars, court deadlines, litigation dates, hearings, depositions, and meetings.
• Electronically file and serve court documents in Maryland, Washington, D.C., and Virginia state and federal courts.
• Type, prepare, and proofread legal documents, including pleadings, correspondence, and other court filings.
• Organize and maintain physical and electronic case files, including discovery materials.
• Coordinate communication with clients, court personnel, and other parties involved in litigation.
• Track deadlines, maintain reminders, and ensure case materials are accurate, organized, and accessible.
• Adapt to changing priorities while providing reliable support in a demanding litigation environment.

Qualifications:

• 5+ years of legal administrative assistant or legal secretary experience within a litigation practice.
• Experience with e-filing in state and federal courts in Maryland, Washington, D.C., and Virginia; Virginia court experience is required.
• Strong knowledge of litigation procedures, legal terminology, and court rules.
• Excellent calendaring, scheduling, proofreading, and organizational skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Word, and experience with document management software; iManage experience is preferred.
• Experience with Adarant and AIM is a plus.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, including confidence communicating with clients.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities, handle constructive feedback, and maintain composure under pressure.
• Bachelor's degree preferred, or equivalent experience.

Important Role Details:

• This position is 100% onsite in Potomac, MD, five days per week , with no anticipated opportunity for remote work or schedule adjustments.
• Candidates must be comfortable working with attorneys who have very high standards and a direct management style.
• Candidates must be open to overtime.
• The interview process includes a virtual call with HR followed by an in-person interview with the attorneys.

Addison Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Addison Group provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Addison Group complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. Reasonable accommodation is available for qualified individuals with disabilities, upon request.