Legal Assistant

Job Description

Job Description

O’Hagan Meyer is looking for an organized and professional litigation Legal Assistant to join our Alexandria, VA office. This individual will provide vital assistance to a team of attorneys by handling case-related tasks, preparing a variety of legal documentation, and managing case files. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, proficient in legal terminology, and understands the electronic filing procedures in State and Federal Courts. This will be in office 5 days a week.

O’Hagan Meyer is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or status as a protected veteran.

O'Hagan Meyer participates in E-Verify.

Salary range: $80K - $95K. Actual base pay within this range will be determined by several components, including but not limited to, location, relevant experience, internal equity, skills, qualifications, and other job-related factors permitted by law.

Requirements

• Provide comprehensive litigation support to multiple attorneys, managing heavy and complex caseloads
• Prepare, revise, proofread, and format pleadings, motions, briefs, discovery, and correspondence in compliance with applicable court rules
• Prepare court filings for state, federal and appellate courts, including electronic and traditional filings
• Coordinate travel arrangements. Prepare, submit, and track travel and expense reimbursements
• Assist with discovery and trial support, including document production, exhibit preparation, and court filings. Support scanning, photocopying, and binder preparation as needed
• Create and maintain filing systems and databases in compliance with office policies to ensure accurate and efficient data retrieval
• Maintain and monitor litigation calendars, including deadlines, hearings, depositions, and trial dates
• Perform other duties as assigned

Benefits

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental, & Vision)
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary, & AD&D)
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick Leave, & Company Holidays)
• Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)
• Short Term & Long-Term Disability 
• Training & Development
• Free Food & Snacks in Office
• Wellness Resources
• Commuter Benefits