Job Description

Organizational Overview  

Our client is a   well-respected   commercial real estate law firm,   located   in Northern Virginia   with  40 years in the legal industry. With 4 offices throughout Northern Virginia, 42 attorneys   and a complementary mix of practice groups, the firm has grown to serve its clients’  ev er changing   n eeds.  

Position Summary  

We are seeking a   legal assistant with six or more years of experience to support three attorneys in the land use practice. It is essential that the candidate be well organized, a good writer, and   possess   superior administrative skills. Microsoft Office/Word experience   required .  

The firm offers a friendly office environment and benefits that include health insurance, 401(k) profit sharing, and paid time off and holidays. The standard schedule is 9:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. with one hour for lunch (37.5-hour workweek). Salary is   commensurate   with experience.  

Primary Responsibilities  

• Provide administrative support to attorneys specializing in land use   matters.  
  
• Prepare, edit, and proofread legal documents .   
  
• Manage and organize case files, correspondence, and supporting documentation related to land use   matters .  
  
• Coordinate and track deadlines.  
  
• Maintain communication with municipal and   state   agencies, planning departments, and clients.  
  
• Conduct basic legal or factual research to support land use and zoning projects.  
  
• Monitor and   maintain   attorney calendars, docket systems, and projects.
  

Requirements

Education, Certifications and Years of Experience  

• College degree preferred; equivalent combination of education and relevant experience will be considered.  
  

Knowledge Skills and Abilities  

• Must have excellent technology skills  
  
• Excellent writing and proofreading skills  
  
• Microsoft Office/Word/Worldox/ iManage   experience preferred.  
  
• Demonstrated commitment to   previous   employers and projects.  
  
• Proven ability to build long-term relationships with clients and colleagues.  
  

Benefits

Compensation

Salary is commensurate with experience.

Benefits

The firm offers a friendly office environment and benefits that include health insurance, 401(k) profit sharing, and paid time off and holidays. The standard schedule is 9:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. with one hour for lunch (37.5-hour workweek). 

Physical Demands 

This position primarily involves sedentary work in an office or remote setting. The employee is regularly required to sit, use hands and fingers to operate computers and related equipment, and communicate verbally and in writing. Occasional lifting and carrying of equipment up to 25 pounds may be required. The role may also involve bending, reaching, or kneeling when setting up or troubleshooting hardware. Visual acuity is necessary for prolonged use of computer monitors and diagnosing technical issues.

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