Legal Assistant/Paralegal

We are looking for a self motivated Legal assistant to ensure smooth running of the office and effective case management.
You will provide a broad spectrum of legal services under the supervision of an attorney.
*Responsibilities* * Provide administrative support to lawyer and enhance office effectiveness * Handle communication with clients, witnesses etc.
* Administratively support and attend trials * Prepare case briefs and summarize depositions, interrogatories and testimony * Conduct investigations and statistical/documentary research * Locate and develop case relevant information * Type up and file basic legal documents and correspondence * Answer and direct phone calls * Maintain contact lists * Monitor deadlines and juggle calendars *Skills* * Proven working experience as legal assistant or legal secretary * Familiarity with law, legal procedures and protocols, and court system * Satisfactory knowledge of day-to-day operations of a legal office * Computer literacy * Proficiency in English * Working knowledge of case management software * Excellent secretarial and organisational skills * Ability to juggle multiple activities and work under pressure * Legal Assistant certification or diploma Job Type: Full-time Pay: $17.
00 - $21.
00 per hour Expected hours: 40 per week Benefits: * Paid time off Schedule: * 8 hour shift Education: * Associate (Required) Experience: * Microsoft Office: 3 years (Required) * Paralegal: 3 years (Required) Ability to Relocate: * Stafford, VA 22554: Relocate before starting work (Required) Work Location: In person