Legal Assistant - Family Law Litigation

Job Description

Job Description

Join a rapidly growing family law firm in the Washington, DC metropolitan area, featured on the Inc. 5000 list. The Legal Assistant role involves contributing to a team dedicated to excellence, client satisfaction, and continuous expansion.

We offer more than just a job; we provide an environment that encourages personal and professional development. Our goal is to foster a culture where employees understand the impact they have on clients and the community.

Every opportunity here is a chance to transform lives, and we seek individuals eager to be part of this transformative journey.

Compensation is commensurate with expertise and proficiency level, and we provide a comprehensive benefits package. Benefits include health insurance contributions, employer-matched 401(k), employer-sponsored life insurance, short-term disability coverage, complimentary parking, and paid time off.

Compensation :

$50,000 - $65,000 yearly DOE

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

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 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.