Criminal Defense Legal Assistant

Company OverviewPrice Benowitz LLP is a mid-sized law firm headquartered in Washington, D.C., with offices andattorneys serving clients throughout D.C., Maryland, Virginia, South Carolina, Illinois, andFlorida. Our core practice areas include personal injury, criminal defense, family law, and trustsand estates. Guided by our core values—Passion, Integrity, and Excellence—we are committedto delivering exceptional legal representation. We are always looking for motivated, positive,and team-oriented professionals to join our growing firm.Job SummaryPrice Benowitz LLP is seeking a full-time Legal Assistant/Paralegal to support our Criminal Defense team in our Washington, D.C. office. This role is ideal for a professional with prior paralegal/legal assistant experience, particularly in a criminal defense setting. The Legal Assistant/Paralegal will provide litigation and case support to multiple attorneys in the criminal defense team. This is an in-office position,five days a week, and requires someone who is highly organized, proactive, and capable of managing multiple priorities.Key Responsibilities

• Gather and organize discovery materials.
• Request and obtain police reports, records, and evidence.
• Interview witnesses and assist with investigative tasks.
• Conduct legal research to support criminal defense strategies.
• Draft motions, complaints, and other legal documents.
• Prepare exhibits and assist in trial preparation.
• Manage attorney calendars, schedule meetings, and coordinate deadlines.
• Handle incoming calls and direct communications appropriately.
• Maintain and update case files and firm databases.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support the legal team and client relations.

Qualifications and Skills

• Bachelor’s degree and/or Paralegal Certificate preferred but not required.
• Prior experience required as a legal assistant and/or paralegal, preferably in criminal defense law.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Highly detail-oriented with excellent organizational and time management abilities.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Capable of thriving in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Strong multitasking and problem-solving skills.
• Willingness to learn and take initiative.
•  Spanish language skills strongly preferred but not required.

Additional InformationWork Environment: This is an in-office position, and candidates must be available to work full-time hours onsite at our Washington, DC office (Mon-Fri, 9am-6pm).Compensation:  The hourly rate for this position ranges from $29 to $35, with the final rate to be determined by the Hiring Manager, based on the candidate’s credentials, experience level, and overall skill set.Benefits:  At Price Benowitz LLP we offer a comprehensive healthcare benefits package incompliance with the Wage Transparency Omnibus Amendment Act of 2023.

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