Legal Assistance/Paralegal

The Herischi Human Rights Law Center, a division of Herischi & Associates LLC, focuses on advancing international justice through human rights litigation. The firm represents survivors of torture, extra-judicial killings, hostage taking, and other severe human rights abuses, pursuing remedies in U.S. courts and international forums when available. As one of the few firms worldwide dedicated explicitly to human rights litigation, the Center handles high-profile, complex cases. Europe, the Middle East, and international law, and works in multiple languages, including English, Farsi, Kurdish, Turkish, Swedish, and French. Team members join a mission-driven environment committed to using legal tools to seek accountability and justice.

The Legal Assistant role is a full-time hybrid position based in North Bethesda, MD, with the option for some work from home. The Legal Assistant will support attorneys by organizing case files, maintaining calendars and deadlines, and assisting with client communications. Day-to-day tasks include preparing, formatting, and proofreading legal documents and correspondence, conducting basic legal and factual research, and helping assemble materials for court filings and hearings. The role also involves managing administrative tasks such as scheduling, data entry, document management, and coordination with courts, agencies, and partner organizations. The Legal Assistant will collaborate closely with a diverse international team and contribute to the effective handling of sensitive human rights cases.

Solid understanding of law and legal processes, with an interest in human rights and international justice.

Experience with legal document preparation, including drafting, formatting, and proofreading pleadings, motions, and correspondence.

Proficiency in administrative assistance, such as scheduling, file management, data entry, and general office support.

Prior experience as a legal assistant or in a similar legal support role, preferably in litigation or human rights–related work.

Comfort working with confidential and sensitive information, with a high level of discretion and professionalism.

Proficiency with standard office and legal software (e.g., Microsoft Office, document management systems); familiarity with online court filing systems is a plus.

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in law, legal studies, international relations, or a related field; Multilingual skills, especially in any of the firm’s working languages (English, Farsi, Kurdish, Turkish, Swedish, French), are

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