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Legal Assistant - Family Law Litigation
Location:
Rockville, MD
Description:
Are you ready to join one of the fastest-growing family law firms in the Washington, DC metropolitan area that has been recognized on the Inc. 5000 list? As a Legal Assistant, you will join a team that is committed to excellence, client satisfaction, and continuous growth. Here, we don't just offer a job; we provide an environment that challenges you to strive for personal and professional growth. We create new beginnings for our clients and our vision for this team is to create a culture where employees who work here understand the impact that they are making--not only in the lives of our clients but in our community. Every new beginning is an opportunity for people's lives to be changed and we are looking for people who want to be part of a life-changing experience. Compensation is based on your expertise and proficiency level. We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance contributions, employer-matched 401k, employer-sponsored life insurance, short-term disability coverage, complimentary parking, and paid time off. Responsibilities:To excel in this position, you should have a mix of empathy, determination to meet goals, skill in nurturing client relationships, and ease in managing large amounts of data. You would be an excellent fit if you: • Possess a strong drive to achieve billable targets and can efficiently manage your time• Thrive in fast-paced environments that provide diversity and challenges• Display a team-oriented attitude, always willing to assist wherever needed• Follow established policies and procedures to ensure excellent representation for every client• Enjoy working with spreadsheets and digging through bank statements• Show flexibility in adapting to new software and technologies While we highly appreciate skills and experience, we prioritize qualities such as integrity, intelligence, and character. As a legal assistant, you will: • Assist with producing discovery and cataloging discovery responses• Promptly contact assigned clients with developments on their cases• Draft correspondence to clients as needed• Submit pleadings and other court documents in Maryland and the District of Columbia• Collaborate with attorneys and paralegals to prepare for mediations, depositions, or trials• Operate within a team environment, actively collaborating with colleagues Qualifications:A Legal Assistant must have a minimum of a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university; be friendly, empathetic, and organized; and be proficient with Microsoft Office 360 and Adobe Acrobat Pro. Additionally, you must possess the following skills: • Ability to manage time effectively and ensure deadlines and KPIs are met or exceeded• Strong organizational and communication skills--both oral and written• People Skills/Customer Service—A Legal Assistant should have excellent people skills with the confidence to approach clients with empathy• Proficiency in multitasking and adherence to processes• Ability to work in a team with other Legal Assistants, Paralegals, and Attorneys• Bilingual (Spanish-speaking) is a plus Compensation: $55,000 - $70,000 yearly DOE About Company: We are Z Family Law, and we don't write endings -- We Create New Beginnings. By pairing legal strategy with logistical concierge-style support, we guide our clients through life's unexpected challenges so they can build their best lives. We provide family law and estate planning services to help reorganize and protect families in Maryland and the District of Columbia. We strive to create a culture where every employee is thoroughly engaged and understands how his or her role fits in the big picture. We trust each other implicitly and hold each other accountable for excellent work, meeting deadlines, and hitting budgets. Our team enjoys hanging out with each other, and we regularly devote company time to personal and professional development.
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Legal Assistant - Family Law Litigation is a Clerical Legal Assistant Job at Z Family Law located in Rockville MD. Find other listings like Legal Assistant - Family Law Litigation by searching Oodle for Clerical Legal Assistant Jobs.