Litigation Legal Assistant

ProspectBlue has partnered with a reputable law firm in Richmond, Virginia and is seeking an experienced Litigation Legal Assistant. The ideal candidate will be responsible for supporting cases, preparing legal documents, and calendaring deadlines. Minimum of five years of experience with a background in supporting three attorneys or more. To thrive in this role, you must have superior attention to detail and strong written and verbal communication skills. This position is in office 5 days a week. Competitive salary and benefits.

The primary responsibilities of the position will include, but will not be limited to:

• Manage calendaring to ensure efficiency and workflow

• Assist attorneys with new matters and managing caseloads

• Prepare legal documents including correspondence, discovery, pleadings, etc.

• Schedule deadlines for pleadings, discovery, and pre-trial/trial matters

• Ensure adherence to court-mandated guidelines

• Schedule client meetings, depositions, mediations, and court appearances

• Obtain case information and follow up on attorney communication and filings

• Ensure security and confidentiality of sensitive and/or protected information

• Filing pleadings, motions and other documents with state and federal courts

• Assisting with all areas of discovery, including written requests and document production

Preferred Skills:

• 5+ years of legal assistant/paralegal experience

• Excellent attention to detail

• Strong proofreading and organizational skills

• Experience in prioritizing work

• Brings issues, concerns, or discrepancies to the attention of the supervising lawyer

• Excellent oral and written communication with internal and external parties

• Works well with attorneys, professionals, clients and staff

• Efficient multi-tasker

• Manages competing demands to meet deadlines

• Knowledge of court rules and procedures

• Paralegal certificate a plus