Commercial Litigation Legal Assistant

1 month ago


Washington, United States Ascension Global Staffing & Executive Search Full time
Job DescriptionJob DescriptionAscension Global Staffing & Executive Search, a Hispanic Women Owned & Operated National Recruiting Firm stands at the forefront of innovation and excellence. Led by a visionary team with a deep commitment to diversity and inclusion, our firm is dedicated to identifying and attracting top talent across the nation. With a unique blend of cultural insight and professional expertise, we pride ourselves on creating an environment that fosters success for both employers and candidates.Ascension Global Staffing & Executive Search is seeking an enthusiastic and proactive professional Legal Assistant for its client's Washington, D.C. office. Experience working with different practice groups is welcomed, but candidates must have a primary focus on litigation. The right candidate should demonstrate resourcefulness and initiative, a desire to forge powerful relationships, hone their skills and deliver excellent work.

Responsibilities:

  • Support attorneys in connection with all aspects of case management and document production, heavy document editing, proofreading and finalizing legal documents in Microsoft Word.
  • E-filing in state, federal and appellate courts.
  • Maintain attorney calendars, schedule meetings and conferences, enter billable time and process expense reports.
  • Update electronic records, upload documents, and run reports.
  • Adept at using all of Microsoft’s Office tools.
  • Maintain and organize case files, organize paper and electronic documents for use in depositions or trials.
  • Other duties as assigned.


Qualifications:

  • Minimum 3-5 years of legal experience.
  • Litigation experience required.
  • Exceptional technical skills required including knowledge of MS Word, MS Outlook, Adobe Professional, and electronic document management.
  • Ideal candidate will have strong organizational, communication and client service skills.
  • Ability to switch gears and manage multiple, competing expectations.
  • Must be a team player, with strong communication skills and a solid work ethic.
  • Must be detailed oriented. Excellent grammar and spelling skills are essential.
  • Ability to multi-task and work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment are essential.


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