Litigation Legal Assistant
Salary: $85,000 – $90,000 per year
Schedule: Hybrid (1 remote day per week – Tuesday or Thursday)
Location: Washington, D.C. (On-site required 4 days/week)
Parking: Provided

Position Overview:

A well-established law firm is seeking a skilled Litigation Legal Assistant to support a team of partners in its Washington, D.C. office. This position requires a highly organized and experienced professional to assist attorneys in employment-related defense litigation before administrative agencies and in state and federal courts. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment and demonstrates exceptional attention to detail and communication skills.

Key Responsibilities:

Manage administrative tasks including answering calls, scheduling, and email correspondence

Coordinate communication with clients, court personnel, and external vendors

Monitor and manage deadlines, calendar appointments, and court filings

Support attorneys through all phases of the litigation process, including preparing for hearings, arbitrations, and trials

Handle document management tasks such as bates labeling, redactions, and e-filing with federal and state courts

Prepare and submit monthly expense reports and assist with time entry and billing

Proofread and format legal documents to ensure accuracy and compliance with legal standards

Maintain and organize electronic case files

Schedule and coordinate meetings, depositions, mediations, and arbitrations

Collaborate with billing specialists to ensure timely and accurate client invoicing

Manage multiple assignments and deadlines while maintaining professionalism and attention to detail

Qualifications:

Minimum of 5 years of litigation experience, specifically in defense-side work

Strong understanding of the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure

High school diploma or equivalent required; associate or bachelor’s degree preferred

Typing speed of 65+ WPM

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)

Experience with electronic time entry, document management systems, and court e-filing

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines

Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and a proactive, team-oriented attitude

Equal Opportunity Employer
The firm is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

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