Legal Assistants provide comprehensive administrative and litigation support to attorneys and legal staff in a fast-paced
federal criminal defense practice.
Responsibilities include:
Preparing, formatting, proofreading, and electronically filing motions, briefs, and other court documents;
Maintaining and organizing case files;
Calendaring court dates and deadlines;
Monitoring case status to ensure timely action;
Coordinating with courts, clients, and outside agencies;
Managing records and correspondence;
Answering office phones;
Communicating with clients and their family members;
Supporting training activities and office events; and
Assisting attorneys in the day-to-day management of active cases.
Legal Assistants play a key role in ensuring the smooth operation of case workflows and the timely handling of
sensitive legal materials. The position requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, discretion, and the ability
to manage competing priorities under deadline pressure.
This is an in-person position. After three months of employment, team members may be permitted to work remotely
one day per week with supervisory approval.
This position occasionally requires lifting or moving materials weighing up to 25 pounds. Bilingual candidates are
encouraged to apply.
The minimum qualifications for this position include a high school diploma and at least one year of secretarial or
administrative experience. Applicants must possess strong computer and typing skills, including proficiency in
Microsoft Office, and demonstrate an aptitude for learning and using new computer applications as needed.
We are interested in applicants’ talent, intelligence, dedication, and commitment to ensuring that all people are treated
fairly and respectfully, regardless of the allegation or circumstance.
Only candidates who apply at the link below will be considered:
https://www.cognitoforms.com/FederalDefenderProgram/LegalAssistantPositi...
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