Legal Administrative Assistant

We have an opportunity to join a team of seasoned professionals at Hostetter Strent LLC, a Bethesda, Maryland based law firm specializing in family law. We are committed to providing clients with dedicated, compassionate, and high-quality service.

Job Summary

Hostetter Strent LLC is looking for a Legal Administrative Assistant who will assist Attorneys & Partners by providing administrative and support services; assisting with day-to-day office operations; and supporting litigation activity.

Essential Functions

• Maintains attorney calendars; schedules consultations, meetings, events, conferences,

and trainings.

• Assist attorneys with litigation process, including pleading review, filing, discovery, and

trial preparation.

• Maintains and manages correspondence, pleadings, court logs, files etc.

• Drafts, proofs, and edits correspondence, agreements, and other work products.

• Answers phones and responds to general inquiries, including new client intake.

• 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 365 Suite, Adobe Acrobat.

Education & Experience

• Associate degree or bachelor's degree required.

• At least 1 - 2 years of related experience preferred.

Requirements

• Criminal background check

What are we looking for?

• High level personal and professional integrity and dependability with a strong sense of

urgency

• Independent critical thinking

• Resourcefulness

What is in it for you?

• Competitive compensation commensurate with experience

• Wonderful diverse team of seasoned professionals

• Paid time off (22 days per year)

• Firm paid holiday leave

• Health insurance; Eligible to enroll in the firm-sponsored health insurance plan or

receive a monthly stipend towards your own health insurance coverage

• Monthly paid parking or metro fees

• 401(k) retirement plan with employer matching (after 6 months of employment)

How to apply to receive consideration:

You MUST provide the following information as listed below:

1. Resume or curriculum vitae

2. Cover letter with minimum salary requirements

Hostetter Strent LLC is an equal opportunity employer, committed to the strengthening of a diverse workforce