Legal Practice Assistant – Litigation (DC)
CM Legal
This Washington, DC-based law firm is seeking a Litigation Legal Practice Assistant with over four years of experience supporting litigation attorneys and paralegals. The role involves performing administrative and secretarial tasks, managing court filings, and supporting trial preparation, with proficiency in legal software such as PacerPro, Lexis, Westlaw, iManage, and MS Office. The position offers a hybrid schedule with three days on-site and a 37.5-hour workweek. Responsibilities include maintaining positive relationships with clients and staff, ensuring error-free work, managing calendars, scheduling vendors, and assisting with billing and collections. The ideal candidate demonstrates strong organizational skills, attention to detail, multitasking ability, and familiarity with court procedures and technology. A bachelor’s degree or relevant experience is preferred. Compensation ranges from $68,000 to $95,750 annually. The firm values proactive, independent professionals capable of handling fast-paced environments and continual learning to support effective litigation practices.