Overview
Legal Assistant Jobs in Washington, DC at Robert Half
Title: Legal Assistant
Company: Robert Half
Location: Washington, DC
Are you a recent college graduate eager to kickstart your legal career? Robert Half is seeking a motivated Junior Legal Assistant to join a dynamic team at a highly regarded law firm. This is an exciting opportunity for someone with a strong academic background, internship experience in the legal field, and a passion for legal work.
Apply today! By sending an updated resume to Fana Belcher at [fana.belcher][at]roberthalf[dot][com]
Responsibilities
Assist attorneys with case management to ensure timely and efficient handling of client matter
Participate in discovery including organizing, reviewing, and summarizing relevant case material
Draft legal documents such as pleadings, contracts, and correspondence under attorney supervision
Conduct research and assist with preparing memos, reports, and other documents for court filings or client need
Organize and maintain case files, both physical and electronic, ensuring accuracy and completeness
Effectively communicate with clients, witnesses, and other legal professional
Requirements
Educational Background: Recent graduate with a bachelor’s degree in Legal Studies, Political Science, English, or a related field
Experience: Previous legal internship or equivalent experience, with exposure to legal processes such as discovery, document drafting, and case management
Strong organizational and time management abilities
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
High attention to detail and dedication to producing accurate word