Top 299 Paralegals and Legal Assistants Jobs in Washington, DC

Litigation Paralegal
Shannon Wright LLP —Alexandria, VA
- $70,000 - $90,000 a year
- Overtime
- Background check
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Free parking
- Wellness program
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IP Legal Assistant
Edell, Shapiro & Finnan —Rockville, MD
- $40,000 - $60,000 a year
- Full-time
- Word processing
- Office
- Bachelor's degree
- Health savings account
- Health insurance
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14d
Paralegal - Labor and Employment
Joseph, Greenwald & Laake, P.A —Greenbelt, MD
- $60,000 - $65,000 a year
- 8 hour shift
- Spanish
- Microsoft Outlook
- English
- Free parking
- Profit sharing
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Paralegal
IP&T Group LLP —Vienna, VA
- $45,000 - $80,000 a year
- Full-time
- Bilingual
- Writing skills
- English
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Paralegal, Plaintiff Personal Injury Prelitigation Department EXPERIENCED
Cohen & Cohen, PC —Washington, DC
- $55,000 - $70,000 a year
- Full-time
- Spanish
- Mid-level
- Bachelor's degree
- Health insurance
- 401(k)
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DMV - Paralegals/ Legal Support Professionals Needed
Beacon Hill Staffing Group —Washington, DC
- Urgently hiring
- Military encouraged
- Fair chance
- 1 year
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
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Paralegal Specialist
Ofc of the Attorney General —Washington, DC
- $92,656 - $118,558 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Microsoft Outlook
- Mid-level
- Residential
13d
Paralegal
Quince —Washington, DC
- $160,000 - $185,000 a year
- Remote
- Background check
- Google Workspace
- Writing skills
12d
Paralegal Specialist
Department of Corrections —Washington, DC
- $65,285 - $84,167 a year
- Full-time
- Current TB test
- Data analysis skills
- Mid-level
10d
Paralegal I
Keller Postman —Washington, DC
- $35 - $40 an hour
- Hybrid work
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- English
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Corporate Paralegal
DC Burger Inc —Arlington, VA
- From $70,000 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Human resources
- In-person
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Litigation Paralegal
Palmer Legal Staffing —Washington, DC
- $35 - $45 an hour
- Overtime
- Remote
- Writing skills
- Research
- Mid-level
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5d
Paralegal
Chickasaw Nation Industries —Washington, DC
- Full-time
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- HIPAA
- AD&D insurance
- Disability insurance
Paralegal
Agensys Corporation —Washington, DC
- $55,449.30 - $66,000.00 a year
- Urgently hiring
- 6 years
- Master's degree
- Bachelor's degree
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Paralegal
Chickasaw Nation Industries —Washington, DC
- Full-time
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- HIPAA
- AD&D insurance
- Disability insurance
Paralegal
Chickasaw Nation Industries —Washington, DC
- Full-time
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- HIPAA
- AD&D insurance
- Disability insurance
Legal Professional Assistant - Litigation
Parker Poe Adams & Bernstein LLP —Washington, DC
- $29.74 - $46.15 an hour
- Overtime
- 5 years
- Office
- Contracts
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
Paralegal / IP Specialist
JEFFERSON IP LAW —Washington, DC
- Full-time
- Writing skills
- Analysis skills
- Editing
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
Paralegal (G-16)
Circuit Court for Prince George's County —Upper Marlboro, MD
- $65,000 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- Mid-level
- Office
11d
Paralegal, State Supreme Court Initiative (SSCI)
ACLU —Washington, DC
- $81,166 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Mid-level
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance

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Litigation Paralegal

Shannon Wright LLP
Alexandria, VA

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Job Details

Full-time
$70,000 - $90,000 a year

Benefits

Free parking
Wellness program
Disability insurance
Health insurance
Dental insurance
401(k)
Paid time off
Parental leave
Employee assistance program
Vision insurance
Flexible schedule
Retirement plan

Qualifications

Microsoft Excel
Microsoft Outlook
Civil litigation support
Client rapport building
Microsoft Office
LexisNexis
Bachelor's degree
Law office experience
Certified Notary Public
Document viewing software
Paralegal experience
Adobe Acrobat

Full Job Description

Shannon & Wright LLP is seeking an experienced full-time Litigation Paralegal to provide support services to attorneys in the areas of civil litigation, real estate and land use, as well as general business transactions in our Old Town Alexandria office. Candidates should have excellent time management and organizational skills, and advanced technology and document production skills, including proficiency in legal software, document management systems, and complex document preparation.

Candidates must have a minimum of 5 years’ experience in civil litigation.

As a Litigation Paralegal, you will ensure the efficient and timely workflows of attorney and client needs. The position entails direct client interaction and requires professional communication skills, both verbal and written. Responsibilities include proactively coordinating and completing pre-trial and trial assistance for General District Court, Circuit Court, and Appellate Courts at both federal and state levels.

The ideal candidate is a versatile team player who thrives in a busy, professional environment, who can effectively organize and prioritize tasks. Candidates with a strong work ethic, sense of urgency, and proactive approach to assignments will excel in this position. Successful candidates will thrive in an environment that upholds professionalism, integrity and loyalty which are core values of the firm.

Primary Responsibilities

Drafts legal documents, including pleadings, motions, affidavits, and discovery requests;
Processes online filings with the courts;
Closely monitors the status of cases and calendars case deadlines and hearings;
Organizes, maintains, and retrieves case files, including exhibits, evidence, pleadings, and deposition transcripts;
Manages all phases of document production, including discovery preparation and review;
Prepares documents for depositions, hearings, mediations, arbitrations, and trials, including assembling exhibits and organizing case files;
Coordinating various case needs with outside vendors;
Conducts legal research;
Provides trial and hearing support, including preparing trial binders, managing exhibits, and assisting attorneys during proceedings.
Adheres to firm policies and procedures related to best practices related to case management and daily timekeeping;
Meets with attorneys, clients, and other professionals;
Performs additional duties as assigned to support the firm’s litigation practice.

Required Skills & Abilities

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) and legal research tools (experience with the programs Clio and NetDocuments experience are a plus);
Advanced proficiency in preparing, editing, organizing, bookmarking, Bates stamping, redacting, and converting PDF files;
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to convey complex information clearly and professionally;
Thorough understanding of civil litigation procedures, court rules, legal terminology, and research methodologies research methods;
Excellent interpersonal skills with a client-service orientation and the ability to build rapport with attorneys, clients, and staff;
Strong organizational skills with keen attention to detail and accuracy;
Excellent time management skills with the ability to manage competing priorities, meet deadlines, and adapt to shifting demands;
Strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving;
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment;
Commitment to maintaining strict confidentiality and exercising sound professional judgment.

Education and Experience

Bachelor’s degree required
Minimum of five years of litigation paralegal experience in private practice

Compensation and Benefits

Shannon & Wright offers a competitive compensation commensurate with experience, along with a comprehensive benefits program that includes:

Paid time off
Health, dental and vision insurance subsidy
Employee Assistance Program
Long-term and Short-term disability insurance
Employee Wellness Program
401(k) plan
Paid Parking

Preferred, but not Required:

Public Notary
Clio software experience
NetDocuments software experience
Lexis Advance and/or Westlaw experience

Hours: The firm’s core office hours are from 8:00 am – 5:30 pm; a schedule will be established based on the individual’s and the firm’s needs. Must be available for occasional overtime as needed.

Background checks: All successful candidates will be required to undergo a criminal background check.

To apply, please submit a current resume and a cover letter to [email protected].

Shannon & Wright, LLP is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $70,000.00 - $90,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k)
Dental insurance
Disability insurance
Employee assistance program
Flexible schedule
Free parking
Health insurance
Paid time off
Parental leave
Retirement plan
Vision insurance
Wellness program

Education:

Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

legal: 5 years (Required)

Work Location: In person

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