Career
Legal Assistant – Washington, DC
Published Date: October 14, 2024
Description
Peckar & Abramson, P.C. is looking for an enthusiastic, self-motivated individual, with a positive and professional attitude. The successful candidate will provide assistance during all phases of the litigation process. This candidate will be responsible for providing a broad range of administrative support to their assigned attorney(s) and will work closely with other team members and paralegals. The candidate will perform duties with a proactive approach. Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail are a must.
Primary Responsibilities
- Prepare, proofread and edit a wide range of documents ensuring high quality and accuracy.
- File documents with various courts and boards.
- Act as a liaison between attorneys, internal departments, and third-party vendors.
- Maintain attorney calendars and docket case deadlines. Coordinate and schedule meetings, depositions, conference calls, send calendar invites and reminders, and reserve conference rooms.
- Send monthly firm invoices to clients and process vendor invoices in a timely manner.
- Prepare and process check requests and business expense reimbursements.
- Organize and manage case files/e-mails in a timely manner within the document management system.
- Perform conflict requests, and draft engagement letters and new client/matter intake forms.
- Manage all incoming and outgoing mail, e-mail, faxes and phone calls in a confidential and efficient manner.
- Coordinate domestic travel arrangements.
- Assist team members with overflow work and provide backup support during periods of annual or personal leave.
- Assist with knowledge sharing and mentoring of co-workers and new employees, as requested.
- May perform some paralegal duties, as assigned. May be required to bill for some tasks.
Essential Qualifications
- High school graduate or equivalent, college degree preferred.
- Legal assistant certification or diploma is a plus.
Experience: 5+ years proven experience working as a legal secretary, legal assistant, administrative assistant, or paralegal. Law firm experience required.
Level: Legal Assistant
Location: Washington D.C,