Legal Assistant / Paralegal

Legal Assistant / Paralegal Location: Fairfax County, VA Salary: $70,000 – $90,000 Overview Our client is seeking a detail-oriented Legal Assistant / Paralegal to support a fast-paced legal team. This role will provide administrative and legal support to attorneys, ensuring efficient case management, document preparation, and scheduling coordination. The ideal candidate brings recent experience within a law firm environment and thrives in a deadline-driven setting. Key Responsibilities Administrative Support Serve as a point of contact for clients, attorneys, and internal staff Maintain and update case management systems and records Manage calendars, track deadlines, and coordinate court appearances Answer and direct calls, take detailed messages, and follow up as needed Process expense reimbursements and check requests Maintain multiple schedules and provide timely reminders Legal Support Prepare, format, proofread, and edit legal documents, pleadings, and correspondence Assist with court filings and preparation of statements and forms Support legal research activities and coordinate with vendors, experts, and opposing counsel Assist with trial preparation, including briefs and supporting materials Organize and maintain discovery and pleading binders Scheduling & Coordination Schedule meetings, depositions, and client appointments Arrange travel logistics for attorneys as needed Qualifications 2+ years of recent experience in a law firm environment #J-18808-Ljbffr