Legal Assistant - Family Law

Progression - Rockville, MD

Full-time

Rockville, MD

Health and Personal Care Retailers

About the position

The Legal Assistant position at Progression, Inc. in Rockville, MD, is a contract role that requires an experienced individual with a strong background in Family Law. The ideal candidate will have at least 2 years of experience in a legal assistant or paralegal role, specifically within the realm of Family Law, and will be adept at providing litigation support. This position involves working closely with the supervising attorney and the office manager, supporting the litigation team in various capacities. The responsibilities of the legal assistant include direct communication with clients, preparing legal documents and pleadings for court, and organizing client portfolios. The role also requires analyzing production and discovery documents, managing financial data, and overseeing calendar management. Essential secretarial tasks such as document preparation, document review, filing, and proofreading correspondence are also part of the job. The legal assistant will be responsible for obtaining legal documents, locating absent parties, and performing various administrative and client service functions. This position is crucial for ensuring the smooth operation of the legal team and providing high-quality support to clients and attorneys alike.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with the supervising attorney and office manager to support the litigation team.
• Maintain direct contact and communication with clients.
• Prepare legal documents and pleadings for court.
• Organize client portfolios and manage calendar schedules.
• Analyze production and discovery documents and financial data.
• Perform essential secretarial tasks including document preparation, review, filing, and proofreading correspondence.
• Obtain legal documents and locate absent parties.
• Perform various administrative and client service functions.

Requirements

• 2+ years of experience as a Legal Assistant or Paralegal, specifically in Family Law.
• 2+ years of litigation support experience.
• Strong accounting and financial experience.
• Professional work experience in a legal environment.