We are looking for an experienced and organized Office Manager to oversee daily office operations in Arlington, Virginia. This is a Contract to permanent position, offering the opportunity to contribute to a dynamic and collaborative work environment. The ideal candidate will support administrative tasks, manage office supplies, and ensure a seamless experience for both visitors and staff.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Coordinate with vendors and oversee shipping and deliveries to maintain smooth office operations.<br>• Welcome and assist visitors, manage front desk duties, and provide access to the office as needed.<br>• Ensure workspaces are properly prepared for employees and visiting executives.<br>• Act as a liaison to communicate updates and address needs in the local office.<br>• Manage office supplies inventory, including ordering and restocking as necessary.<br>• Provide administrative support, including maintaining office calendars and scheduling.<br>• Oversee basic accounts payable functions and process invoices accurately.<br>• Utilize Microsoft Office Suite to create documents, spreadsheets, and presentations.<br>• Support the team with back-office tasks to enhance overall efficiency and productivity.<br>• Maintain an organized and welcoming office environment for staff and guests.
We are looking for a dedicated Legal Assistant to join a respected personal injury law firm in Annapolis, Maryland. This role is essential in supporting attorneys throughout the litigation process, ensuring smooth case management, and delivering exceptional service to clients during critical pre-trial and trial phases. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment and possess strong organizational and communication skills.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Draft, review, and file legal documents, including complaints, motions, and discovery materials.<br>• Manage and organize both physical and electronic case files to ensure accurate and efficient access.<br>• Schedule and track court dates, deadlines, and attorney appointments to maintain compliance and efficiency.<br>• Facilitate clear communication between attorneys, clients, medical providers, and expert witnesses.<br>• Conduct research and gather evidence, such as medical records, accident reports, and other relevant documentation.<br>• Assist attorneys in preparing for depositions, hearings, mediations, and trials.<br>• Coordinate eDiscovery processes and oversee document production.<br>• Provide logistical and administrative support for trial preparation, ensuring all materials and schedules are in place.
:About the jobMerchant & Gould has been a leader in intellectual property law for more than 100 years. We are recognized as one of the most active filers of patents in the country, and are consistently rated among the top patent, copyright and trademark firms. We currently have an opportunity for a patent prosecution legal assistant. The salary range for the position is $70,000-$95,000, based years of experience.We are looking for a highly skilled patent prosecution legal assistant with five+ years of experience in U.S. patent prosecution. Knowledge and experience with policies and procedures pertaining to the PTO and electronic filing required. The professional we seek must be a positive self-starter, extremely organized, detail-oriented and highly accurate, deadline-driven, have strong computer skills and excellent verbal and written communication skills.Summary of Position (hybrid):Provides client management support for attorney, not limited to written and verbal communications with<br> clients along with maintaining docket and client specific procedures. Assists attorney in prosecuting patent applications in the United States and various foreign countries.In order to perform one (1) or more essential functions of this role, a minimum of three (3) days in the office is required.Responsibilities:Establishes and maintains patent files: opens files, prepares documents for filing including, patent applications, Preliminary Amendments, Information Disclosure Statements, Responses to Missing Parts, Assignments, Amendments, payments of Issue Fees, etc.Reviews all incoming correspondence from U.S. Patent and Trademark Office and foreign associates for essential docketing.Maintain clients' portfolios by being proactive in facilitating communication between attorney and client.Maintains and updates docketing log spreadsheet.On-going verbal and written communication with attorneys, clients and foreign associates.Other administrative tasks and projects as may be assigned.Knowledge,<br> Skills and Abilities Required * BA degree and/or paralegal certificate or minimum of 5 years experience in U.S. patent prosecution.<br><br> * Familiarity with electronic case management systems and USPTO rules and requirements. IPFolio, Memotech, etc. is a plus.<br><br> * Familiarity with the prosecution of U.S. Trademark applications a plus.<br><br> * Ability to work comfortably with advanced computer software (after training) and effectively use and maintain a computer database. Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) required. Possible use of speech-to-text transcription software.<br><br> * Ability to work independently and meet critical deadlines under supervision of attorney.<br><br> * Ability to organize and prioritize numerous tasks and complete them under time constraints.<br><br> * Ability to concentrate on detailed work for up to 80% of work day.<br><br> * Interpersonal skills necessary in order to communicate and follow instructions from a diverse group, includ ...
<p>We are looking for skilled Legal Assistant to join a dynamic, mid-sized law firm in Baltimore, Maryland. Ideal candidates will bring a keen attention to detail, strong organizational abilities, and experience in litigation support. This is an excellent opportunity for individuals who thrive in fast-paced environments and can balance multiple priorities effectively.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Coordinate and schedule appointments, depositions, and other legal proceedings to ensure smooth case management.</p><p>• Handle electronic court filing processes in both state and federal jurisdictions with accuracy and efficiency.</p><p>• Draft and organize interrogatories, pleadings, and other legal documents to support litigation efforts.</p><p>• Manage document handling and retrieval using advanced document management systems.</p><p>• Collaborate with attorneys and other team members to facilitate case preparation and strategy.</p><p>• Maintain meticulous records and track deadlines to ensure compliance with court requirements.</p><p>• Provide administrative support, including correspondence preparation and file maintenance.</p><p>• Prioritize and manage multiple projects to meet deadlines and client expectations.</p><p>• Conduct research to gather information relevant to cases and legal proceedings.</p><p>• Ensure confidentiality and security of sensitive legal information at all times.</p>
<p><strong>Temporary Legal Assistant / Paralegal – Estates & Trusts / Transactional (30-Day Coverage)</strong></p><p><br></p><p>A Baltimore-based law firm is seeking an experienced <strong>Legal Assistant or Paralegal</strong> to provide <strong>30-day medical leave coverage</strong> supporting the <strong>Estates & Trusts and transactional departments</strong>.</p>
<p>A nonprofit environmental education & immersive retreat center in Baltimore is seeking an HR Assistant to join their team. Primary duties in this role include supporting the HR team with filing, light compliance duties, training coordination, scanning, and various administrative tasks. The ideal candidate must be willing to learn, can multitask well in a fast-paced environment, and has strong communication skills.</p>
<p>We are seeking a highly organized Administrative Coordinator to support daily office operations and help ensure an efficient, productive workplace. This role will manage administrative tasks, coordinate schedules, support internal teams, and serve as a key point of contact for office-related needs. The ideal candidate has excellent communication, organizational, and multitasking skills, along with proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.</p><p><br></p><p> Responsibilities:</p><p> • Coordinate daily administrative activities and ensure smooth operations across departments.</p><p> • Manage schedules, calendars, and meeting logistics for multiple managers.</p><p> • Prepare reports, presentations, and correspondence with attention to accuracy and detail.</p><p> • Maintain databases, records, and filing systems, ensuring confidentiality of sensitive information.</p><p> • Assist with vendor management, supply ordering, and invoice tracking.</p><p> • Provide project coordination support, tracking deadlines and deliverables.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p>
<p>We are seeking a detail-oriented Administrative Coordinator to support daily office operations and ensure administrative processes run smoothly. This role will coordinate schedules, manage communications, maintain records, and provide support across departments to help the organization operate efficiently.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p> • Coordinate daily administrative activities and ensure smooth operations across departments.</p><p> • Manage schedules, calendars, and meeting logistics for multiple managers.</p><p> • Prepare reports, presentations, and correspondence with attention to accuracy and detail.</p><p> • Maintain databases, records, and filing systems, ensuring confidentiality of sensitive information.</p><p> • Assist with vendor management, supply ordering, and invoice tracking.</p><p> • Provide project coordination support, tracking deadlines and deliverables.</p><p> </p><p> </p>
We are looking for an Administrative Coordinator to support daily office operations and provide dependable administrative service for a home health environment in Maryland. This Long-term Contract position is ideal for someone who is organized, responsive, and comfortable managing communication, schedules, and routine coordination tasks. The person in this role will help maintain efficient workflows, assist internal teams, and ensure callers and visitors receive attentive support.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Manage day-to-day administrative activities to keep office operations organized and running smoothly<br>• Respond to incoming calls courteously, direct inquiries appropriately, and relay accurate messages in a timely manner<br>• Coordinate calendars for staff members, schedule meetings, and help prevent conflicts in daily appointments<br>• Arrange and confirm schedules while maintaining accurate updates for changes, cancellations, or new requests<br>• Provide administrative support to teams within a home health setting, including document handling and general office coordination<br>• Maintain organized records, correspondence, and routine reports to support operational efficiency<br>• Communicate with internal staff and external contacts to ensure timely follow-up on scheduling and administrative matters
<p>The Administrative Coordinator is responsible for supporting the daily operations of the office by managing administrative processes, coordinating communications, and ensuring organizational efficiency. This role serves as a key partner to leadership and staff, proactively handling scheduling, information flow, and office logistics. The Administrative Coordinator is expected to anticipate needs, resolve administrative challenges, and contribute to a well-organized and productive work environment.</p>
<p>We are seeking a detail-oriented Administrative Coordinator to support daily office operations and ensure administrative processes run smoothly. This role will coordinate schedules, manage communications, maintain records, and provide support across departments to help the organization operate efficiently.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p> • Coordinate daily administrative activities and ensure smooth operations across departments.</p><p> • Manage schedules, calendars, and meeting logistics for multiple managers.</p><p> • Prepare reports, presentations, and correspondence with attention to accuracy and detail.</p><p> • Maintain databases, records, and filing systems, ensuring confidentiality of sensitive information.</p><p> • Assist with vendor management, supply ordering, and invoice tracking.</p><p> • Provide project coordination support, tracking deadlines and deliverables.</p><p> </p><p> </p>