Whitbeck Bennett, PLLC, a national family law firm with (8) offices located in six (6) states is seeking a Paralegal experienced in family law. This position is located in our Leesburg VA office.

The Whitbeck Bennett team is comprised of over 25 attorneys with a focus on family law including: divorce, child custody, spousal support, education law, and mental health law. To read more about the firm visit our website: www.wblaws.com.

The Paralegal will assist attorney(s) by providing administrative and support services including document preparation and review, preparing, and filing documents with courts, and trial preparation.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Meets with attorneys, clients, and other professionals to discuss assigned cases or projects.
• Drafts legal documents including routine pleadings; files pleadings according to judicial procedures.
• Prepares, organizes, stores, and retrieves case files, which may include evidence, exhibits, depositions, pleadings, exhibits, and other items.
• Assists attorneys with trial preparation.
• Develops and maintains records regarding billable hours spent on specific cases.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Understanding of legal language and principles, court pleadings and processes, and other related matters.
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality, and to exercise discretion and good judgment.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift to 15 pounds at times.

Benefits:

· Excellent Benefits (medical, dental, vision, life, STD, LTD)

· 401(K)

· 19 days paid time off annually

· 12 paid holidays annually

· Flexible work schedules

Whitbeck Bennett is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We also participate in E-Verify