Virtual Paralegal/Legal Assistant

**Location:** Remote — Washington, D.C. metropolitan area **Schedule:** Part\-time to start, with strong potential to grow into full\-time **About the practice** I'm a solo attorney serving clients across the D.C. metro area, with a busy and varied caseload. My work centers on civil and criminal litigation, alongside a growing family law practice. No two days look quite the same, and that's exactly what makes this work interesting. I'm looking for a sharp, reliable virtual paralegal/legal assistant to be my right hand — someone who can help me stay organized, keep matters moving, and deliver the kind of responsive, attentive service my clients deserve. This is a role for someone who wants to do more than administrative tasks. I need a true partner in the substantive work of running a litigation practice — someone comfortable getting into the details of a case file, not just the calendar. I keep an egalitarian work style: I value collaboration, open communication, and mutual respect. **What you'll be doing** Day to day, your core responsibilities will include: * **Calendar and deadline management** — owning my calendar, tracking court dates, filing deadlines, and statutory timelines so nothing slips through the cracks. * **Case and matter tracking** — keeping ongoing matters organized and current, and giving me clear visibility into where each case stands. * **Client intake and screening** — handling initial inquiries, conducting intake, and helping me evaluate potential matters. * **Correspondence and follow\-up** — drafting and managing email correspondence, following up promptly, and keeping communication moving on both client and opposing\-counsel matters. * **Document management** — organizing, maintaining, and managing legal documents and case files. * **Legal drafting** — preparing and drafting legal documents, correspondence, and supporting materials. * **Practice management systems** — managing information, tasks, and workflows in Clio and Monday.com. * **Responsiveness** — answering and returning calls and emails promptly, and helping ensure clients always feel heard and informed. **Experience and qualifications** The ideal candidate brings genuine paralegal\-level capability, including: * Prior paralegal or legal assistant experience, ideally in a litigation setting (civil and/or criminal) and/or family law. * Familiarity with client screening and intake. * Experience drafting legal documents and professional correspondence. * Comfort with document and case file management. * Hands\-on experience with Clio and Monday.com is a strong plus; quick proficiency with both is expected. * Solid understanding of legal deadlines, court procedures, and the rhythm of a litigation practice. **Qualities I'm looking for** Beyond the resume, I'm looking for someone who is: * **Detail\-oriented and deadline\-driven** — you treat a deadline as sacred and catch the things others miss. * **A strong, clear communicator** — in writing and on the