Overview
Legal Assistant Jobs in Norfolk, Virginia, USA at Liberatore DeBoer & Ryan, PC
Job Description
Job Title:
Legal Assistant
Location:
Liberatore DeBoer & Ryan, PC
Employment Type:
Full-Time or Part-Time
About Us:
Liberatore DeBoer & Ryan, PC is a civil litigation and bankruptcy law firm that values efficiency, problem-solving, and teamwork. We are seeking a well-organized, proactive, and hands-on Legal Assistant to support our legal team. This role is ideal for someone who is resourceful, thrives in a fast-paced environment, works well with others, and enjoys bringing structure and organization to complex workflows, as we do.
What We’re Looking For:
We need someone who can seamlessly handle both legal support and office organization, ensuring that attorneys can focus on their cases while everything behind the scenes runs smoothly. The right candidate will:
Be Proactive & Self-Motivated – You take initiative, accept responsibility, and keep tasks moving forward without waiting for direction.
Have Strong Organizational Skills – Managing files, deadlines, and case materials efficiently is a top priority.
Be Hands-On & Adaptable – Whether it’s organizing case files, sorting documents, or handling administrative tasks, you’re ready to step in where needed.
Possess Strong Problem-Solving Abilities – When faced with a challenge, you take the lead in finding solutions or gathering the necessary information.
Be an Effective Communicator – You are confident in asking questions, following up on tasks, and ensuring clarity in a professional setting.
Key Responsibilities:
Assist in preparing legal documents, pleadings, and discovery materials.
Organize and maintain case files with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
Monitor deadlines and case-related tasks to ensure timely follow-through.
Coordinate depositions, mediations, and other legal proceedings.
Communicate professionally with clients, courts, and opposing counsel.
Assist with general office organization and administrative support as needed.
Qualifications:
Prior experience in a law firm preferred but not required—a strong work ethic, organizational skills, and willingness to learn are equally valuable.
Ability to stay on top of multiple tasks, prioritize effectively, and follow through.
Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office and case management software.
A proactive mindset with a willingness to tackle both legal and operational tasks.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
What We Offer:
Competitive salary based on experience.
Flexible work hours (full-time or part-time).
Paid federal holidays.
Access to group health, dental, and vision insurance plans (employee-paid).
Participation in firm-sponsored retirement plan (after 1 year employment).
A collaborative, supportive work environment where your initiative and problem-solving skills will make a real impact.
If you’re someone who thrives on organization, takes initiative, loves to learn, and enjoys keeping things running smoothly, we’d love to hear from you!
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Title: Legal Assistant
Company: Liberatore DeBoer & Ryan, PC
Location: Norfolk, Virginia, USA
Category: Law/Legal (Legal Secretary), Administrative/Clerical (Legal Secretary)
