Legal Assistant

Legal Assistant $65000 - $75000 per year | Reston, VA | On‑site | Permanent Legal Assistant / 401K Match / Great Benefits/ Amazing Office/ Employment Law We are seeking a dedicated, detail-oriented, and experienced Legal Assistant to join our dynamic team on a permanent basis. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing case files, conducting state and federal filings, using Compulaw docketing, monitoring deadlines, and maintaining attorney calendars. They will also coordinate billing, prepare and update case status reports for clients and attorneys, and handle mail. This role requires a strong background in legal research, legal case management, and cm/ecf filing. The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of civil litigation experience and a background in employment law or labor law. Why join us? Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays including Juneteenth Group Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance; Teladoc coverage for remote medical care Group Term Life Insurance 401(k) Savings Plan with % Match and a Profit-Sharing Plan Short-Term Disability Long-Term Disability And more Job Details Responsibilities Maintain and manage case files meticulously. Conduct state and federal filings online using ECF/Pacer. Utilize Compulaw docketing system proficiently. Monitor and adhere to strict deadlines. Maintain calendars for attorneys, ensuring all appointments and deadlines are accurately recorded. Coordinate billing processes efficiently. Prepare and update case status reports for both clients and attorneys. Prepare folders and documents for paralegals and attorneys. Handle incoming and outgoing mail. Conduct legal research as required. Manage legal cases effectively. File documents using cm/ecf system. Qualifications A minimum of 5 years of experience in civil litigation. Experience in employment law or labor law is a must. Proficient in using Compulaw docketing system. Familiarity with cm/ecf filing system. Strong legal research skills. Proven experience in legal case management. Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines. Proven ability to handle confidential information with discretion. Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite. The ability to work both independently and as part of a team. Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions. #J-18808-Ljbffr