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Legal Assistant/Secretary (Personal Injury, Civil Litigation) Wolcott Rivers Gates - 3.9 Virginia Beach, VA Job Details Full-time $45,000 - $60,000 a year 16 hours ago Qualifications Customer communication Microsoft Excel Microsoft Outlook Legal discovery Legal administrative experience Document viewing software

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Wolcott Rivers Gates is seeking an experienced legal assistant to join our team!

Position Summary:

Join our team at Wolcott Rivers Gates as a Legal Assistant supporting our Personal Injury team. A Legal Assistant provides comprehensive administrative support and assists with case management from initial consultation through final disposition. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, organized, self-motivated, and has excellent written and verbal communication skills, along with exceptional interpersonal skills. The right candidate will be a self-starter who takes initiative, learns quickly, and is able to work independently with minimal supervision. What does someone in this role do? A Legal Assistant works closely with attorneys, paralegals, and other team members to support case management, administrative operations, and client service excellence.

Primary responsibilities include:

Professional Communication & Client Support Communicating with clients, medical providers, experts, opposing counsel, insurance adjusters, and court personnel Assisting with consultations and client intake Providing general client services and updates Administrative & Calendar Management Coordinating schedules among meeting participants Managing attorney calendars and providing reminders for deadlines and court dates Keeping the attorney organized, prepared, and on time for meetings, hearings, and appearances Case Management & File Maintenance Maintaining organized electronic and hard-copy case files Tracking case status, deadlines, and tasks in case management software Assisting with basic computer tasks and navigation of legal software/systems Document Preparation & Legal Support Preparing, drafting, filing, and serving legal documents Typing, transcribing, and formatting handwritten or dictated notes, letters, time entries, cover letters, and other documents Organizing documents and preparing attorneys for depositions, trials, mediations, and court appearances Billing & Administrative Tasks Tracking and entering billable hours Assisting with billing and invoicing Completing other ad-hoc duties as assigned What makes someone successful in this role? Manages multiple priorities with ease across a full caseload Tech-savvy with a passion for learning new systems and tools Takes pride in accurate, error-free work Brings a positive, can-do attitude to the team Self-motivated with a genuine interest in continuous learning Team player who enjoys pitching in whenever asked and being a reliable source of support for the team Reliable and consistent, both in attendance and in delivering quality work Able to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced team environment Maintains professional demeanor and confidentiality Wolcott Rivers Gates is committed to attracting, developing, and retaining top talent. Our continued success relies on our ability to provide a supportive, inclusive, and motivating environment where everyone has a role to play in delivering outstanding service to our clients. To learn more about how you might become a part of our team, or to explore some of the benefits our firm provides to its employees, please visit our careers page at http://www.wolcottriversgates.com/about-the-firm/careers/

Compensation Range:

$45,000 - $60,000 per year commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Requirements:

Qualifications:

Familiarity with discovery processes, including Requests for Production, Interrogatories, Subpoenas, and medical authorizations. Working knowledge of Virginia litigation processes, court procedures, and e-filing systems. Strong proficiency in Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel, and Adobe Acrobat Comfortable learning new technology platforms Exceptional drafting, attention to detail, and proofreading skills Ability to type a minimum of 50 words per minute (60+ wpm preferred)

Experience:

Minimum of 2-3 years of experience as a legal assistant/secretary in personal injury, civil litigation, or insurance defense. (Required) Bachelor's Degree, Paralegal certificate, or equivalent combined education and experience. (Required) Notary Public certification. (Preferred)