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Legal Secretary

United States, Richmond Employment contract · Job Posted April 12, 2026
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Job Description

We are looking for an experienced Legal Secretary to join our team in Richmond, Virginia. This is a Contract to permanent position that offers an opportunity to work in a highly detail-oriented and secure environment. The ideal candidate will support a team of attorneys with a focus on litigation defense, ensuring smooth day-to-day operations and efficient handling of legal processes.

Job Responsibility

  • Manage litigation-related tasks, including e-filing and court filings, with precision and adherence to deadlines
  • Provide administrative support to attorneys, including calendar management and coordination of schedules
  • Handle attorney time entry and collaborate with the billing department to ensure accurate records
  • Utilize NetDocs software to organize and maintain legal documents and files
  • Assist with dictation and other legal transcription tasks as required
  • Coordinate workload distribution among attorneys to ensure balance and efficiency
  • Perform general office duties in a detail-oriented business environment
  • Uphold security protocols and procedures in a highly secured building, including daily item scanning
  • Communicate effectively with attorneys, staff, and external parties to ensure seamless workflow

Requirements

  • Minimum of 2 years of experience as a Legal Secretary, preferably with litigation defense expertise
  • Proficiency in e-filing and court filing processes
  • Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple attorneys' schedules and workloads
  • Familiarity with legal document management software, such as NetDocs
  • Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in handling time entry and billing tasks
  • Ability to work in a highly secured environment and adhere to strict security protocols
  • Detail-oriented approach and ability to maintain confidentiality
  • Strong communication skills to interact effectively with attorneys, staff, and external parties

What we offer

  • medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance
  • eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan
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