Full Time Legal Assistant for Criminal Defense
Job description
Simms Showers LLP is an AV rated, growing 13-attorney law firm with offices in Leesburg and Winchester, VA, and Baltimore, MD. We serve a wide variety of clients including numerous Christian ministries, churches, businesses and individuals throughout the Mid-Atlantic region and nationwide.
Simms Showers LLP is currently seeking a well-qualified applicant for an administrative assistant position (with some legal duties) in our Criminal & Traffic Law Practice Area. The position involves being the first point of contact for clients and providing administrative support to our criminal and traffic law attorneys with several dozen combined active cases.
Requirements:
The ideal candidate is a logical and organized individual who is a skilled multitasker. This person excels in a fast-paced environment, handles external stress well (situational and relational) and can maintain a courteous and professional demeanor under pressure. The ideal candidate should be able to think critically about the merits of potential cases and creatively problem-solve when encountering challenges. The ideal candidate should be very well organized and able to keep track of multiple different cases at once, as well as keep track of payments from clients. The ideal candidate is self-motivated and able to work independently with minimal supervision. Excellent writing and editing skills are required.
Required Skills:
- 1-2 years of Administrative experience
Preferred Skills:
- 1-2 years of legal office experience
- Experience in criminal law
Pay is negotiable based on qualifications and experience. Benefits included. A 2-year minimum commitment is requested.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $15.00 - $22.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
COVID-19 considerations:
We encourage as many Zoom meetings as possible, and we have a policy in place for when someone gets sick.
Education:
- Bachelor's (Preferred)
Experience:
- Office Administrative: 1 year (Required)
Work Location: In person
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