Litigation Legal Assistant

The position includes both administrative and legal responsibilities.

In office (Norfolk). This is not a remote or hybrid position.

Position duties include but are not limited to:

• Assist with management of the trial process, including discovery, pleadings, hearings, trial exhibits, and filings with courts
• Prepare legal documents and correspondence with clients/courts/parties
• Forward and file legal documents/pleadings with the appropriate parties and the court
• Manage case documents in the firm’s case management system
• Open, organize, and maintain files
• Manage attorneys’ calendars (hearings, depositions, etc.), schedule meetings, and make travel arrangements
• Monitor communications/pleadings received daily and ensure that deadlines are met
• Update clients on status of files/cases
• Prepare and submit client invoices

• 2+ years of experience as a legal assistant
• Litigation experience in a private law firm setting is preferred
• Understanding of real estate/property law is helpful
• High level of proficiency with Word and Outlook, experience with Excel
• Outstanding organizational, interpersonal, and administrative skills
• Excellent attention to detail with the ability to multi-task
• Excellent written and verbal communications skills
• Must be self-motivated and able to meet deadlines
• Must possess a willingness to learn and exhibit flexibility in a fast-paced environment
• Must have the ability to work as part of a team, as well as to work independently