Legal Assistant

Job Description

Job Description

Are you looking for a company where you can have a long-term career? Look no further - We are looking for an experienced and organized Legal Assistant to join our team at Alpert Schreyer Trial Attorneys in Lanham, MD.

As part of our team, you will provide individualized support to our attorneys and work on complex and confidential legal cases. The ideal candidate will have excellent interpersonal skills, attention to detail, and a strong work ethic. Salary will be commensurate with qualifications. A great opportunity to work in a dynamic and supportive environment.

Compensation : $55,000 yearly

Responsibilities :

• Manage the court calendar for Criminal Law cases efficiently.
• Reschedule court dates when there are scheduling conflicts.
• Handle incoming calls, direct them appropriately, and take messages as needed.
• Notify clients promptly about any changes in their court dates.
• Establish new client files and act as a link between Intake and Litigation departments.
• Contact courts to gather necessary case information.
• Obtain discovery materials as required.
• Coordinate phone and in-person meetings between clients and their attorneys.
• E-File and submit motions in District and Circuit Courts.
• Prepare and submit driver's license Hardship Appeals in Circuit Court.
• Assist clients in obtaining Substance Use Assessments as necessary.
• Facilitate client referrals for drug testing, educational programs, and interlock services.
• Organize DAAD file setups and handle interlock violation hearing requests.
• File requests for implied consent hearings with the SOS.
• Draft and file various motions related to counsel withdrawal, travel, and probation.
• Maintain organized case files using digital document management software.
• Scan and store all client documents accurately.

Qualifications :

To apply for the Legal Assistant position at Alpert Schreyer Trial Attorneys in Lanham, MD, US, candidates must have a minimum of 3-5 years of experience as a legal secretary in a Criminal Law Defense setting.

Proficiency in all Microsoft Office products and strong computer literacy are essential requirements for this role.

The ideal candidate should be able to type at a minimum speed of 65 words per minute.

Knowledge of Maryland Courts, prior experience with E-Filing and Filing, and the ability to effectively prioritize tasks and meet deadlines are necessary qualifications.

Excellent written and oral communication skills are a must-have for this position.

Candidates should exhibit a courteous, professional, and friendly demeanor in their interactions.

Interested applicants meeting these criteria are required to submit their resume and a cover letter detailing their salary expectations.

About Company

Benefits :

401(k)

401(k) matching

Health insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision insurance

Health Savings Account

Paid time off (Holiday, Vacation, Sick)

Professional Schedule - Monday to Friday

Our Jobs are Ideal for Someone Who Is :

Dependable — more reliable than spontaneous

People-oriented — enjoys interacting with people and working on group projects

Adaptable / flexible — enjoys doing work that requires frequent shifts in direction

Detail-oriented — would rather focus on the details of work than the bigger picture

Autonomous / Independent — enjoys working with little direction

Innovative — prefers working in unconventional ways or on tasks that require creativity