Legal Assistant – Commercial Litigation
Green Key Resources · Rockville, Maryland, United States
FULL TIMEpermanent
Job Description
Legal Assistant – Commercial LitigationRockville, MDGreen Key Resources is working with a well-established law firm seeking an experienced Legal Assistant to support a busy Commercial Litigation practice. This is a full-time, fully onsite opportunity for a detail-oriented legal professional who is comfortable managing multiple priorities and providing high-level administrative support to attorneys.
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Position OverviewThe Legal Assistant will provide comprehensive administrative and litigation support, including court filings, document preparation, case file management, scheduling, and calendar management. The ideal candidate is organized, dependable, comfortable working independently, and able to adapt to changing priorities in a fast-paced legal environment.
Key ResponsibilitiesProvide administrative support to attorneys specializing in complex commercial litigation.Prepare and submit electronic filings and service of court documents in Maryland, DC, and Virginia state and federal courts.Virginia e-filing experience is required.Type, format, and proofread pleadings, correspondence, and other legal documents.Organize and maintain case files, including discovery materials and other litigation documents.Coordinate with clients, court personnel, and other parties involved in litigation.Maintain accurate digital and physical files.Schedule and coordinate meetings, depositions, hearings, and other appointments.Manage attorney calendars, deadlines, litigation dates, and reminders.Support attorneys with day-to-day administrative and litigation-related needs.
Qualifications5+ years of legal assistant, legal secretary, or administrative support experience within a litigation practice.Hands-on experience with e-filing pleadings in Maryland, DC, and Virginia state and federal courts.Strong knowledge of legal procedures, terminology, and litigation-related court rules.Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience preferred.Excellent written and verbal communication skills.Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Microsoft Word.Experience with document management systems; iManage experience is a plus.Ability to learn and use litigation software and technology effectively.Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities.Comfortable working in a fast-paced litigation environment. xzbcwsv Ability to work independently while remaining responsive to attorney and team needs.
Scroll down for a complete overview of what this job will require Are you the right candidate for this opportunity
Position OverviewThe Legal Assistant will provide comprehensive administrative and litigation support, including court filings, document preparation, case file management, scheduling, and calendar management. The ideal candidate is organized, dependable, comfortable working independently, and able to adapt to changing priorities in a fast-paced legal environment.
Key ResponsibilitiesProvide administrative support to attorneys specializing in complex commercial litigation.Prepare and submit electronic filings and service of court documents in Maryland, DC, and Virginia state and federal courts.Virginia e-filing experience is required.Type, format, and proofread pleadings, correspondence, and other legal documents.Organize and maintain case files, including discovery materials and other litigation documents.Coordinate with clients, court personnel, and other parties involved in litigation.Maintain accurate digital and physical files.Schedule and coordinate meetings, depositions, hearings, and other appointments.Manage attorney calendars, deadlines, litigation dates, and reminders.Support attorneys with day-to-day administrative and litigation-related needs.
Qualifications5+ years of legal assistant, legal secretary, or administrative support experience within a litigation practice.Hands-on experience with e-filing pleadings in Maryland, DC, and Virginia state and federal courts.Strong knowledge of legal procedures, terminology, and litigation-related court rules.Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience preferred.Excellent written and verbal communication skills.Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Microsoft Word.Experience with document management systems; iManage experience is a plus.Ability to learn and use litigation software and technology effectively.Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities.Comfortable working in a fast-paced litigation environment. xzbcwsv Ability to work independently while remaining responsive to attorney and team needs.
Details
| Company | Green Key Resources |
| Location | Rockville, Maryland, United States |
| Type | FULL TIME |
| Niche | general |
| Experience | permanent |