Palmer Staffing Services
A Law Firm based in Tysons Corner, VA is seeking a Temporary Legal assistant for an assignment of about 90 days. The hours are 9-5, and the role is hybrid with 4 days in-office in Tysons Corner.
Status:
Temporary
Salary:
$29-33/hour DOE
Duties and Responsibilities:
Draft and prepare legal documents including pleadings, briefs, motions, and discovery materials while ensuring compliance with court rules and procedures, particularly for the MSPB and federal courts Provide comprehensive litigation support including document organization, exhibit preparation, witness coordination, and in-courtroom assistance for hearings and depositions Manage case deadlines, maintain accurate records, and track billable time while ensuring all filings and submissions meet required timelines Collaborate with attorneys and staff to conduct fact investigations, organize case files, and support client communications while maintaining strict confidentiality Conduct legal research using LexisNexis/Westlaw and prepare memoranda summarizing findings on case law, regulations, and legal opinions for attorney review on an as-needed basis Job Requirements:
Associate's degree, Bachelor's degree, or paralegal certificate Minimum of two (2) years of relevant Legal Assistant experience, preferably in a law firm or professional services environment Civil litigation experience Familiarity with federal courts, their procedures, and e-filing Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) Strong organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Excellent written and verbal communication Demonstrated ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines Commitment to maintaining strict confidentiality and exercising sound judgment
How To Apply:
Please respond with your resume for consideration. We welcome all candidates that meet the REQUIRED qualifications with recent relevant experience. Palmer Legal Staffing is an equal opportunity employer.
About Us:
Palmer is an award winning staffing agency offering direct hire, temp-to-hire, and temporary placements for administrative, management, executive, legal and more. We represent more than 500 of the finest law firms and legal departments in the D.C. area.
Palmer Google Reviews
= 4.7 stars, visit online to see what other Palmer candidates have to say about us. You are more than just a "number"!
Visit www.plsdc.com and view our job board, contact a recruiter, link to our Facebook and LinkedIn pages.
Status:
Temporary
Salary:
$29-33/hour DOE
Duties and Responsibilities:
Draft and prepare legal documents including pleadings, briefs, motions, and discovery materials while ensuring compliance with court rules and procedures, particularly for the MSPB and federal courts Provide comprehensive litigation support including document organization, exhibit preparation, witness coordination, and in-courtroom assistance for hearings and depositions Manage case deadlines, maintain accurate records, and track billable time while ensuring all filings and submissions meet required timelines Collaborate with attorneys and staff to conduct fact investigations, organize case files, and support client communications while maintaining strict confidentiality Conduct legal research using LexisNexis/Westlaw and prepare memoranda summarizing findings on case law, regulations, and legal opinions for attorney review on an as-needed basis Job Requirements:
Associate's degree, Bachelor's degree, or paralegal certificate Minimum of two (2) years of relevant Legal Assistant experience, preferably in a law firm or professional services environment Civil litigation experience Familiarity with federal courts, their procedures, and e-filing Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) Strong organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Excellent written and verbal communication Demonstrated ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines Commitment to maintaining strict confidentiality and exercising sound judgment
How To Apply:
Please respond with your resume for consideration. We welcome all candidates that meet the REQUIRED qualifications with recent relevant experience. Palmer Legal Staffing is an equal opportunity employer.
About Us:
Palmer is an award winning staffing agency offering direct hire, temp-to-hire, and temporary placements for administrative, management, executive, legal and more. We represent more than 500 of the finest law firms and legal departments in the D.C. area.
Palmer Google Reviews
= 4.7 stars, visit online to see what other Palmer candidates have to say about us. You are more than just a "number"!
Visit www.plsdc.com and view our job board, contact a recruiter, link to our Facebook and LinkedIn pages.