A Paralegal or Legal Assistant assists attorneys and law offices with a variety of tasks ranging from administrative support to legal research and writing. Maintains and organizes files or file databases. Conducts legal or other background research, assists with preparation for trials or hearings, and drafts documents to be filed. Uses software for electronic discovery of materials such as email for a trial. May specialize in a particular area of the law such as corporate or criminal law, family law or real estate law.
Legal Assistant O'Hagan Meyer - 3.5 Alexandria, VA Job Details $80,000 - $95,000 a year 5 hours ago Benefits Commuter assistance AD&D insurance Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Family leave Snacks provided Vision insurance Life insurance Food provided Qualifications Trial material preparation assistance Court record maintenance Business travel arrangements Business support experience for legal executives Copy machines E-filing platforms Client file management Legal discovery Legal document sorting and filing Scanning Legal motion preparation Appeal preparation assistance Databases Copy editing Expense reports Document binding Court case file organization Legal case management Court hearing scheduling Managing litigation projects Pleadings filing assistance Digital legal archive Full Job Description O'Hagan Meyer is looking for an organized and professional litigation Legal Assistant to join our Alexandria, VA office. This individual will provide vital assistance to a team of attorneys by handling case-related tasks, preparing a variety of legal documentation, and managing case files. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, proficient in legal terminology, and understands the electronic filing procedures in State and Federal Courts. This will be in office 5 days a week. O'Hagan Meyer is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or status as a protected veteran. O'Hagan Meyer participates in E-Verify.
Salary range:
$80K - $95K. Actual base pay within this range will be determined by several components, including but not limited to, location, relevant experience, internal equity, skills, qualifications, and other job-related factors permitted by law. Requirements Provide comprehensive litigation support to multiple attorneys, managing heavy and complex caseloads Prepare, revise, proofread, and format pleadings, motions, briefs, discovery, and correspondence in compliance with applicable court rules Prepare court filings for state, federal and appellate courts, including electronic and traditional filings Coordinate travel arrangements. Prepare, submit, and track travel and expense reimbursements Assist with discovery and trial support, including document production, exhibit preparation, and court filings. Support scanning, photocopying, and binder preparation as needed Create and maintain filing systems and databases in compliance with office policies to ensure accurate and efficient data retrieval Maintain and monitor litigation calendars, including deadlines, hearings, depositions, and trial dates Perform other duties as assigned Benefits Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental, & Vision) 401(k) Retirement Plan Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary, & AD&D) Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick Leave, & Company Holidays) Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity) Short Term & Long-Term Disability Training & Development Free Food & Snacks in Office Wellness Resources Commuter Benefits
