Litigation Assistant - Family Law Practice Group

Joseph, Greenwald & Laake, P.A. (JGL), an AV-rated law firm with offices in Greenbelt and Rockville, MD, seeks a highly motivated, enthusiastic and experienced litigation assistant to support trial lawyers in its Rockville location. Applicant must have 3+ years of litigation experience in the family law practice area, excellent technical ability, and good people skills. Required management skills are:

• Document Management
• Task Management
• Fact Management
• People Management

Applicant must also possess:

• A positive and friendly attitude
• The ability to work independently, multi-task, and operate efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong experience in legal research, including Westlaw and/or LexisNexis.
• Ability to prepare and draft motions, pleadings, judgments, statements, documents, and other correspondence (e.g., debt and asset lists, witness affidavits, child support worksheets, responsive pleadings, etc.).
• Excellent verbal and written communication with strict attention to detail, and organization, and have the ability to work efficiently in a fast paced environment.
• Knowledgeable of Maryland Rules of Procedure.
• Knowledgeable of e-filing, calendaring, etc.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.

JGL offers a friendly, business casual atmosphere, a competitive compensation package and excellent benefits (e.g., fitness reimbursement, new child care leave, free parking, etc.). If you are a responsible individual and meet all of the above requirements, please e-mail your cover letter and resume.