What are the responsibilities and job description for the Legal Secretary position at TrueSeek?
Based in Columbia, MD, we are a multidisciplinary law firm known for its client-focused approach collaborative culture and commitment to delivering practical results. The Columbia Workers' Compensation Group is expanding and seeking an experienced Legal Secretary to join a growing team supporting sophisticated workers' compensation litigation matters. This role is ideal for a seasoned professional who values substantive legal work client relations and long-term professional stability within a supportive firm environment.
Responsibilities
- Conduct client court and entity communications while answering incoming phone calls and managing attorney and litigation calendars
- Draft correspondence pleadings discovery documents discovery demands and responses with accuracy and efficiency
- Support attorneys by coordinating deposition scheduling obtaining expert discovery organizing client files and preparing exhibit binders
- Manage physical and electronic client files e-filing across multiple jurisdictions (DC/MD/VA) and incoming and outgoing mail for attorneys and legal staff in a high-volume environment
Qualifications
- High school diploma required (bachelor's degree preferred)
- 2 years of legal workers' compensation experience required (5 years preferred)
- Strong organizational communication and time management skills with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced high-volume environment
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office 365 ProLaw Excel e-document management software and e-filing systems across multiple jurisdictions (DC/MD/VA) required with excellent proofreading skills
Join Us
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced legal secretary seeking workers' compensation exposure, mentorship and long-term stability. If this sounds like a fit, we encourage you to apply today!
Salary : $55,000 - $85,000