Legal Assistant

We are looking for a skilled Legal Assistant to support a busy legal team in Baltimore, Maryland. This position is well suited for someone who can manage competing priorities, maintain accurate records, and communicate effectively with attorneys, paralegals, and internal stakeholders. The role calls for strong administrative judgment, attention to detail, and the ability to handle confidential legal matters with professionalism.

Responsibilities:
• Coordinate day-to-day administrative support for attorneys and paralegals, helping keep legal matters organized and on schedule.
• Prepare, revise, and format legal correspondence, court-related materials, briefs, and presentation documents with accuracy and consistency.
• Maintain orderly legal files and records by organizing documents, correspondence, and matter-related information in secure systems.
• Arrange meetings, appointments, and travel logistics while managing calendars and resolving scheduling conflicts as needed.
• Assist with court filing activities, including electronic submissions, and support related follow-up for federal, state, and local matters when required.
• Conduct basic legal and factual research to compile information and materials requested by the legal team.
• Support billing and invoicing activities by reviewing entries, preparing documentation, and helping track administrative details.
• Handle general office support tasks such as scanning, copying, filing, and completing additional project-based assignments as needed.

Qualifications:

• At least 5 years of experience providing legal administrative support within a law firm environment.
• Working knowledge of legal terminology, law office procedures, and court filing practices; experience with electronic filing is strongly preferred.
• Proficiency with document management systems and Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple assignments and shifting deadlines effectively.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in a legal setting with careful attention to detail.
• Demonstrated discretion when handling sensitive information and confidential documentation.
• Ability to work independently while also collaborating effectively with attorneys, paralegals, and support staff.

Compensation

$60,000.00-$85,000.00 Yearly

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