Legal Assistant(Temp, 3-4x, Tysons, $30-33/hr.)
Legal Assistant(Temp, 3-4x, Tysons, $30-33/hr.)
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$ 30 - 33
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Job Description
Position: Legal Assistant (Litigation Focus Temp)
Location: Tysons VA (Hybrid 34 days onsite per week)
Compensation: $30$33/hr
Duration: 3 months (temp)
A growing law firm is urgently seeking a Legal Assistant to join their litigation team on a temporary basis. This role supports cases primarily related to employment law and federal administrative matters.
Key Responsibilities:
Draft and format legal documents (pleadings motions briefs etc.) ensuring compliance with court and agency rules
Provide full-spectrum litigation support: document organization exhibit prep witness coordination and hearing/deposition assistance
Maintain case files and track deadlines to ensure timely submissions and filings
Assist attorneys with case management fact-finding and client communications
Conduct legal research via LexisNexis or Westlaw and summarize findings as needed
Must-Have Qualifications:
2 years of Legal Assistant experience in a small to mid-sized law firm
Strong civil litigation experience and familiarity with federal courts
E-filing experience and document management skills
Excellent proofreading organization and time management abilities
Comfortable managing multiple inboxes and working under deadlines
Bachelors degree or Paralegal certificate required
Preferred Experience:
Exposure to federal administrative agency proceedings
Proficiency in NetDocuments
Familiarity with legal research tools like LexisNexis and Westlaw
Soft Skills:
Professional communication and polished demeanor
Strong attention to detail and follow-through
Self-starter with the ability to prioritize and meet strict deadlines
Maintains confidentiality and works well under pressure
Employment Type
Temp
