Docketing Legal Assistant

Job Description

Job Description

Overview : The Docketing Legal Assistant is a full-time position located in the Richmond, Virginia office. The responsibilities of the Docketing Legal Assistant are to manage the day-to-day critical tasks on GDC cases from the moment the case is filed to the trial date or settlement. This position works closely with the courts and supports multiple attorneys and their pre- litigation / litigation legal teams in order to seek the best results for our clients.

Key Responsibilities :

• Works closely with the court and the primary attorney's team to move each case quickly and effectively throughout the GDC process
• Draft pleadings upon request
• Communicates with court and assists with continuances
• Monitors affidavits to counsel
• Create Trial / Judge's Binder(s) as needed
• Manages and reviews each file to effectively complete court deadlines in compliance with
• 16.1-88.2 and related statutes
• Complies with Firm policies and procedures related to client interaction, case management, and utilization of the case management system

Additional Responsibilities :

Physical and Environmental Requirements :

Required Skills, Education, and Training :

Responsibilities and tasks outlined in this document are not exhaustive and may change as determined by the needs of the Firm.