Legal Assistant

Smith Clinesmith • Washington, DC, US

Posted 1 month ago

Description

We're looking for an organized, detail-oriented, and experienced paralegal to play an important role on our legal team. You'll draft legal documents such as affidavits, prepare briefs, conduct legal research for trial preparation, and keep case files and other important information neatly organized and easily accessible. If you're interested in advancing your paralegal career with opportunities for growth, we want to hear from you.

Responsibilities

Coordinate law office activity, including the drafting subpoenas and coordinating with process servers
Aid lawyers in trial preparation by preparing and organizing exhibits, organizing and coordinating witnesses, conducting research on legal articles, and assisting with client meetings and filing motions
Gather information about legal issues from the client in interviews
Organize our case filing systems to ensure all documents are properly sorted and easy to locate, and other administrative duties as needed
Draft legal documents, pleadings, and correspondence such as interrogatories, subpoenas, deposition notices, complaints, pretrial orders, legal briefs, and affidavits under the guidance of a lawyer

Qualifications

Strong preference for candidates who have completed a paralegal professional certification or have an advanced paralegal education
Must have completed an ABA-approved paralegal certificate program such as an Associate’s degree or proprietary school program in paralegal studies, Bachelor’s degree desired
3 years of experience in legal services under an attorney or lawyer in a law firm setting
Candidates should possess high-level organizational skills, and time-management skills
Talented communicator and writer

Compensation

$75,000 - $85,000/year

About Smith Clinesmith

At Smith Clinesmith Injury Lawyers, we believe there is a “Third Way” in the legal profession — one that combines elite advocacy, meaningful courtroom experience, and the opportunity to change lives. Founded by the indomitable Curtis Clinesmith and steered by visionary Managing Partner Dawn Smith, we wage a relentless battle against elder abuse. We’re not just a law firm – we’re a force for change, dedicated to holding negligent facilities and nursing home corporations accountable while forging improved standards of care. If your passion lies in transforming legal challenges into triumphs, you’re in the right place.

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