Paralegal/Legal Assistant

Overview We are a multi-practice law firm seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Paralegal to support our attorneys across real estate, estate planning, criminal defense, civil litigation, and personal injury matters. The ideal candidate is organized, proactive, and thrives in a fast-paced legal environment. We are looking for someone who is self-sufficient and confident enough to manage cases independently, taking initiative and seeing matters through with minimal supervision. This role is well-suited for a paralegal who is comfortable making day-to-day case decisions, staying ahead of deadlines, and keeping matters moving forward without needing to be closely directed at every step. Responsibilities Assist in drafting, reviewing, and proofreading legal documents such as contracts, pleadings, discovery requests, subpoenas, deeds, estate planning documents, and correspondence with precision and clarity. Manage case files using our document management system, My Case, to ensure organized and accessible records. Support attorneys with project management tasks. Manage attorneys' calendars, including scheduling hearings, client meetings, and court appearances. Take initiative to stay on top of case files and handling tasks in a timely manner, ensuring proper prioritization and staying cautious of deadlines. Manage intake of client information and handle the set-up of case files. Maintain professional communication via phone and email etiquette with clients, courts, opposing counsel and internal teams while providing executive administrative support as needed. Aid attorneys with interrogatories and other discovery requests. Assist attorneys with Trial preparations including Jury Selection, Witness Preparation, Discovery Review, ETC.,

Requirements:

Demonstrated ability to handle document review, legal drafting, proofreading, transcription, and preparation efficiently. Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining attention to detail. Demonstrates an ability to learn and adapt to different case types at a fast pace. Proficiency in legal administrative tasks such as filing, data entry, and document management systems (Mycase). Applicable knowledge of motions, discovery, evidence, litigation documentation, court rules and procedures, practices etc. Seeking long term employment

Education:

Associate or Bachelor's Degree in Paralegal Studies or an

Associated Field Preferred Qualities:

Experience working with Real Estate Closings or Deed Preparation. Proven paralegal experience in a law office setting with familiarity across multiple practice areas such as estate planning, real estate, criminal, civil, and personal injury. Experience working with Microsoft Outlook Experience as a

Paralegal/ Legal Assistant Self-Sufficiency Notary Job Type:

Full-Time In-Person Benefits:

Paid Time Off Schedule:

Monday -

Friday:

8:00am - 4:30pm •If you feel as if your qualities match or would fit well at our firm but you are missing a requirement, please feel free to submit an application anyway! Our firm is looking for someone who can learn at a fast pace. There will be roughly a two-month in firm training/shadowing time period, allowing us to find the best fit for the job.

Benefits:

Paid time off

Work Location:

In person

Benefits:

Paid time off Ability to

Commute:

Louisa, VA 23093 (Required)

Work Location:

In person