Legal Assistant
Columbia, MD
Category: Administrative
Reference ID: 10071508
Shortcut: http://addisongroup.gosnaphop.com/sRh5Fk
Job Title: Legal Assistant (Legal Executive Assistant)
Industry: Legal
Location: Columbia, MD
Assignment Type: Contract to Hire
Pay: $30 – $38.50 / Hour
Work Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM (fully onsite)
Benefits: This position is eligible for medical, dental, vision, and 401(k).
About Our Client:
Our client is a well-established, mid-sized law firm in the Montgomery County area with a long-standing reputation for delivering high-quality legal services. They offer a collaborative, team-oriented environment and are known for their commitment to client service and professional excellence.
Job Description:
Addison Group is hiring on behalf of our client for a Legal Assistant. This position blends traditional legal assistant responsibilities with executive-level administrative support, including direct assistance to senior leadership. The role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and can independently manage competing priorities.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide administrative and litigation support to multiple attorneys, including senior partners
- Manage complex calendars, coordinate meetings, and assist with scheduling logistics
- Prepare, edit, and format legal documents with a high level of accuracy
- Maintain and organize case files (electronic and physical)
- Assist with state and federal e-filing processes
- Conduct conflict checks and support new matter intake
- Draft routine correspondence and client communications
- Coordinate preparation of materials for hearings, depositions, and trials
- Handle incoming calls and serve as a point of contact for clients
- Support executive-level tasks for senior leadership, including calendar management and confidential projects
Qualifications:
- 5+ years of experience as a Legal Assistant with exposure to executive-level support, OR Executive Assistant experience within a legal environment
- Experience with litigation support, including e-filing at the state and/or federal level
- Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel)
- Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities
- High attention to detail and strong written/verbal communication skills
- Ability to work independently and proactively in a fast-paced setting
- Comfortable supporting busy attorneys with minimal oversight
Additional Details:
- Reports to senior attorneys and leadership
- Team size: 15+ within the department
- Company size: 100+ employees
- Overtime: May be required based on workload
- Work environment: Fully onsite, collaborative team setting
Perks:
- Opportunity to support high-level attorneys and leadership
- Exposure to both legal operations and executive support functions
- Collaborative and team-driven environment
- Stable organization with strong tenure across staff
- Hands-on training and cross-training during onboarding
- Free parking and structured work schedule
Addison Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Addison Group provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Addison Group complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. Reasonable accommodation is available for qualified individuals with disabilities, upon request.
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