Legal Administrative Assistant

Position Overview Our client, a boutique law firm in Northern Virginia, is seeking a Legal Secretary to provide administrative and clerical support to attorneys handling criminal defense and civil litigation matters. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, organized, and comfortable supporting attorneys in a fast-paced legal environment. Fluency in Spanish is required to effectively communicate with clients.

Key Responsibilities Criminal & Civil Litigation Support

Assisting with filing documents in state and local courts

Maintaining physical and electronic case files

Organizing discovery materials, pleadings, and case documents

Communicating with clients, courts, and opposing counsel as directed

Administrative Support

Answering and screening incoming phone calls and greeting clients professionally

Opening, sorting, and distributing mail and correspondence

Preparing, scanning, photocopying, and assembling binders for hearings, trials, and meetings

Drafting, formatting, and proofreading routine legal correspondence

Maintaining attorney calendars, including court dates, deadlines, and appointments

Maintaining confidentiality when handling sensitive and privileged information

Performing general administrative duties and other tasks as assigned

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