Bilingual Legal Assistant
Law Office of Barry H. Helfand, P.A., Rockville, Maryland, us, 20849
Overview
Seeking motivated bilingual (Spanish/English) legal assistant to work in boutique criminal defense firm located in the heart of downtown Rockville, MD. Must be a self-starter, organized and work well in a tight-knit, team-oriented environment. This position requires excellent communication skills as the role involves daily client interaction both in office and virtually/telephonically.
Responsibilities
Must be able to read, write and speak Spanish language (professional working proficiency).
Calendar management and scheduling.
Manage case files.
Facilitate attorney-client communication.
Maintain regular client communication.
Draft pleadings, motions, subpoenas, etc.
Conduct/assist with legal research.
Discovery review (review police reports, body worn camera footage, witness statements, business records, etc.).
Assist with witness interviews.
Translate documents (from English to Spanish and vice versa).
What you can expect from our Firm/Team
Competitive compensation.
Paid holidays.
Real-world hands-on experience.
Close working relationship with attorneys.
Contribute to defense strategies for bigger, felony cases.
Attend court hearings, sparingly, with attorneys for bigger cases.
Play a pivotal role in the firm by providing clients with guidance during a stressful period.
Join a group of like-minded individuals who are dedicated to achieving the best possible results for clients.
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Responsibilities
Must be able to read, write and speak Spanish language (professional working proficiency).
Calendar management and scheduling.
Manage case files.
Facilitate attorney-client communication.
Maintain regular client communication.
Draft pleadings, motions, subpoenas, etc.
Conduct/assist with legal research.
Discovery review (review police reports, body worn camera footage, witness statements, business records, etc.).
Assist with witness interviews.
Translate documents (from English to Spanish and vice versa).
What you can expect from our Firm/Team
Competitive compensation.
Paid holidays.
Real-world hands-on experience.
Close working relationship with attorneys.
Contribute to defense strategies for bigger, felony cases.
Attend court hearings, sparingly, with attorneys for bigger cases.
Play a pivotal role in the firm by providing clients with guidance during a stressful period.
Join a group of like-minded individuals who are dedicated to achieving the best possible results for clients.
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