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3 results for Legal Operations Specialist in Washington, DC
- Washington, DC
- onsite
- Temporary / Contract
- 76 - 88 USD / Hourly
- <p>We are looking for an accomplished, detail-oriented legal operations leader to lead and improve patent prosecution support within a dynamic legal environment in Washington, District of Columbia. This Long-term Contract position is suited for someone who can work directly within the function, evaluate current procedures, and implement stronger operational standards that support consistency and accountability. The role calls for a hands-on leader who can guide staff, enhance quality oversight, and build a durable framework for long-term success. Apply today! By sending an updated resume to Fana Belcher at [fana.belcher][at]roberthalf[dot][com].</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Review existing patent prosecution and legal support workflows, identify operational gaps, and introduce practical improvements that increase accuracy and efficiency.</p><p>• Oversee docket and calendar-related activities to help ensure critical deadlines, filings, and legal milestones are tracked and managed reliably.</p><p>• Establish and reinforce quality control measures across legal support processes to reduce risk and improve overall execution.</p><p>• Provide direct leadership, coaching, and day-to-day guidance to support staff to strengthen performance and accountability.</p><p>• Develop training materials and operating procedures that create consistency across patent prosecution and related legal operations tasks.</p><p>• Assess the structure of the legal support function and recommend sustainable process enhancements that support long-term stability.</p><p>• Partner with legal and administrative stakeholders to align operational priorities with business and case management needs.</p><p>• Contribute hands-on support where needed, stepping into core operational activities rather than serving only in an advisory capacity.</p>
- 2026-09-18T00:00:00Z
- Towson, MD
- onsite
- Permanent / Full Time
- 55000 - 69000 USD / Yearly
- We are looking for a detail-oriented Legal Assistant to support attorneys and legal staff in a fast-paced legal environment in Towson, Maryland. This position plays a key role in keeping daily operations organized by coordinating schedules, managing documents, handling administrative tasks, and helping maintain accurate client and matter records. The ideal candidate is highly organized, communicates professionally, and can manage confidential information with discretion while balancing multiple priorities.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Manage attorney calendars and coordinate appointments, meetings, conference logistics, and travel arrangements to support daily workflow.<br>• Review incoming mail and correspondence, organize materials for attorney follow-up, and help ensure timely responses to priority items.<br>• Prepare billing-related documents, process expense and accounting information, and assist with accurate entry of timekeeping records when needed.<br>• Support client matter intake by helping establish new files, conducting conflict checks, and maintaining organized physical and electronic records throughout the matter lifecycle.<br>• Draft, format, and finalize legal correspondence and other documents with a strong focus on accuracy, completeness, and timely delivery.<br>• Handle copying, scanning, emailing, faxing, and filing tasks to ensure documents are properly distributed and retained.<br>• Assist with court-related administrative work, including electronic filing and litigation support activities as required.<br>• Provide coverage for reception and offer administrative support to other team members when workload or scheduling demands require it.<br>• Protect sensitive firm and client information by following confidentiality standards in all communications and recordkeeping activities.
- 2026-09-22T00:00:00Z
- Washington, DC
- onsite
- Temporary / Contract
- 35 - 40 USD / Hourly
- <p>We are looking for a detail-oriented Legal Assistant to support legal operations in Washington, District of Columbia. This Long-term Contract position is ideal for someone who is highly organized, comfortable managing multiple deadlines, and experienced in litigation support within a legal environment. The role will focus on maintaining case documentation, coordinating filings, and providing dependable administrative support to attorneys and legal teams. Apply today! By sending an updated resume to Fana Belcher at [fana.belcher][at]roberthalf[dot][com].</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Prepare, review, and submit legal documents through electronic filing systems in accordance with court rules and deadlines.</p><p>• Track litigation calendars, monitor important dates, and help ensure timely completion of hearings, filings, and case-related activities.</p><p>• Organize case files, correspondence, and supporting records to maintain accurate and accessible legal documentation.</p><p>• Coordinate court filings and related procedural submissions while confirming compliance with jurisdiction-specific requirements.</p><p>• Support attorneys with administrative and case-related tasks, including document preparation, scheduling, and follow-up communications.</p><p>• Maintain up-to-date case information and assist with managing workflow priorities across multiple active matters.</p>
- 2026-09-18T00:00:00Z