Get to Know Us:
Kiernan Trebach LLP is a Civil Litigation Defense Firm that represents clients on a national basis, and maintains sixteen offices in nine states plus the District of Columbia, with local presence in several others. The firm’s expertise is frequently brought to bear in limiting exposure in major cases throughout the country. The wide-ranging bar admissions of our lawyers, and our experience as regional and national counsel to Fortune 100 and 500 companies position Kiernan Trebach to provide directed and consistent representation on a regional or national basis. Our practice is devoted exclusively to the representation of corporations, insurers and self-insureds in the defense of litigated matters.
Role Objective:
Kiernan Trebach LLP is seeking a Legal Assistant/Administrative Assistant, to join our growing team in our Virginia Beach, VA office and support multiple lawyers’ litigating matters in Virginia jurisdictions.
Role Responsibilities:
As the Legal Assistant/Admin Assistant in our Virginia Beach, VA Office, the following duties would be expected of you:
- Answering and Directing Calls
- Greeting Visitors
- Distributing Incoming Faxes
- Managing Conference Room Reservations
- Drafting and Formatting Letters and Legal Documents
- Scheduling Depositions
- Calendar Management
- E-Filing Motions and other Pleadings
- Organizing Discovery Materials
- Trial preparation
- Managing Expense Reports
- Other General Office Administration Functions
Role Requirements:
- Processing of outgoing certified mail documents and subpoenas and support to the Legal Services team as needed.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize and meet deadlines.
- Microsoft Office proficiency.
- Proactive work style, taking initiative.
- Strong working knowledge of document preparation requirements for Court submissions.
- Fully skilled in the Court e-filing procedures in Virginia State and Federal Courts (VA Courts is a Plus).
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize and meet deadlines.
- Microsoft Office proficiency.
- Proactive work style, taking initiative to anticipate attorney needs.
- Familiarity with document management systems.
Desired Experience, Education & Licensure:
- 1+ years of Legal Support Experience (Preferred)
- High School Diploma/ GED
- Insurance Defense Experience (Preferred)
Benefits for Full-Time:
- Medical, Dental, Vision
- PTO / Sick Leave Accrual
- 401(k) & Profit Sharing
- Life and AD&D Insurance
- Flex Spending Program
**Kiernan Trebach LLP is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard for race, ethnic background, color, religion, sexual orientation, age, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability or genetic information.**
