Dunlap Bennett & Ludwig (DBL) is seeking a detail-oriented Legal Assistant to join our collaborative team in Leesburg Virginia. We offer flexible scheduling options with either part-time (up to 30 hours/week) or full-time (37.5 hours/week) positions available.
About the Role As a Legal Assistant at DBL youll play a vital role in supporting our legal team while building meaningful relationships with clients. Youll work in a professional environment where organization communication and attention to detail are essential to success.
Key Responsibilities
Client Relations: Communicate professionally with clients to gather required documents provide case updates and build strong empathetic relationships throughout their legal journey
File Management: Maintain comprehensive client files with proper document categorization completion tracking and systematic filing
Deadline Management: Monitor critical dates including court deadlines filing requirements and compliance timelines to ensure all matters proceed smoothly
Documentation & Filing: Prepare file and track petitions applications and supporting documents with governmental agencies through electronic systems and mail correspondence
Administrative Support: Handle various office responsibilities while maintaining organized records of all filings and communications
Multi-tasking: Successfully manage multiple priorities and projects simultaneously
Required Qualifications
Experience: 2-3 years in office support administrative assistance or related role
Technical Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word Excel Outlook)
Core Competencies:
Exceptional organizational and time management abilities
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Superior attention to detail with excellent proofreading capabilities
Ability to work independently while managing multiple deadlines
Quick learner with capacity to retain complex technical information
Outstanding client service orientation
Discretion in handling confidential and sensitive information
Full-Time Benefits Package:
Comprehensive Health Coverage: Medical dental vision life insurance short-term and long-term disability
Retirement: 401(k) with matching
Time Off: 15 accrued PTO days plus 10 paid holidays annually
Work-Life Balance: Hybrid schedule Monday-Friday 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM schedule with no nights or weekends required. Offices close at 12pm every Friday during the summer months.
Company Culture: Fun progressive work environment with opportunities for professional growth
Equal Opportunity Employer Dunlap Bennett & Ludwig is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer committed to maintaining a discrimination-free workplace. All qualified applicants receive consideration regardless of race color religion gender pregnancy sexual orientation gender identity national origin age veteran or military status disability status or other protected characteristics. DBL participates in E-Verify and is an official Virginia Values Veterans (V3) Certified Company.
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