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9 results for Legal in Washington, DC

Juris Doctorate - Unlicensed

Alexandria, VA
remote
Temporary
26.6 - 29 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a dedicated, detail-oriented individual with a Juris Doctorate to serve as a Hearing Officer. This long-term contract position is ideal for candidates with prior experience in conducting hearings and resolving legal matters. While active licensure is not required, strong expertise in legal proceedings is essential. Responsibilities:• Conduct hearings to review cases, ensuring legal compliance and procedural fairness.• Analyze case files and evidence to determine appropriate resolutions.• Prepare comprehensive reports and recommendations based on findings.• Collaborate with relevant parties to facilitate the hearing process.• Maintain thorough documentation of proceedings and decisions.• Apply legal knowledge to evaluate cases within established guidelines and regulations.• Communicate effectively with stakeholders, including attorneys, claimants, and other involved parties.• Ensure adherence to legal standards and ethical practices throughout the hearing process.• Provide expert guidance and input on complex cases as needed.
2026-04-10T00:00:00Z

Paralegal

Baltimore, MD
onsite
Permanent
80000 - 96000 USD / Yearly
Commercial Real Estate ParalegalMD Law firmOverview:Our Baltimore-based law firm seeks a detail-oriented Commercial Real Estate Paralegal to join our legal team. This role supports attorneys handling real estate transactions, contract management, and related legal matters. Candidates must demonstrate proficiency in real estate law, contract review, and compliance, along with strong organizational and communication skills. Responsibilities:<ul><li>Assist attorneys with all aspects of commercial real estate closings, including reviewing and drafting purchase agreements, leases, and other transactional documents </li><li>Manage contract administration, ensuring accuracy and regulatory compliance throughout the transaction lifecycle</li><li>Conduct title and survey reviews; identify, summarize, and address any exceptions or issues.</li><li>Coordinate due diligence processes, gather necessary documentation, and liaise between clients, title companies, and lenders.</li><li>Support eDiscovery and document management for real estate litigation matters </li><li>Prepare closing binders, escrow instructions, and facilitate post-closing follow-up.</li><li>Stay current with local and state real estate regulations and best practices.</li><li>Utilize matter management software and legal research tools efficiently.</li><li>Communicate with clients, opposing counsel, and third parties in a professional manner.</li></ul>Requirements:<ul><li>2+ years of commercial real estate paralegal experience in a law firm environment preferred</li><li>Demonstrated proficiency in real estate law and contract management </li><li>Strong critical thinking, problem-solving skills, and adaptability</li><li>Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.</li><li>Familiarity with compliance, ethics, and corporate governance relevant to real estate matters </li><li>Bachelor’s degree or paralegal certificate required.</li></ul>
2026-04-13T00:00:00Z

Paralegal

Bowie, MD
onsite
Temporary
25 - 30 USD / Hourly
Our client’s Office of the General Counsel is seeking a temporary Litigation Paralegal or Legal Specialist to support a high‑volume workload. This role will provide hands‑on assistance with document collection, legal research, drafting, and preparation of responses for a legal brief. The position is fully onsite and requires immediate availability. Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Coordinate with staff across multiple departments to gather, compile, and organize responsive records</li><li>Pull and review documents from various internal systems and units</li><li>Assist with legal research using Westlaw and LexisNexis</li><li>Draft, edit, and review responses to claims and other legal documents</li><li>Support attorneys with litigation‑related tasks and background preparation</li><li>Maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion with sensitive and privileged information</li></ul>
2026-04-16T00:00:00Z

Law Clerk

Washington, DC
onsite
Temporary
33.25 - 36 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a motivated Law Clerk to join our team on a contract basis in Washington, District of Columbia. This role involves supporting legal professionals through document review and analysis, focusing on immigration law and litigation processes. If you are detail-oriented and eager to contribute to impactful legal work, we encourage you to apply. Apply today! By sending an updated resume to Fana Belcher at [fana.belcher][at]roberthalf[dot][com]. Responsibilities:• Conduct thorough review and analysis of legal documents to ensure accuracy and compliance.• Assist in researching immigration law and litigation-related topics to support case strategies.• Collaborate with attorneys to organize and manage case files effectively.• Draft and edit legal documents, including briefs, memos, and correspondence.• Provide administrative support for litigation processes, including scheduling and coordination.• Maintain confidentiality and adhere to ethical standards in handling sensitive information.• Stay updated on changes in immigration law and relevant legal developments.• Contribute to the preparation of materials for court proceedings or client meetings.• Monitor deadlines and ensure timely submissions of required documents.• Support other legal tasks as needed to facilitate smooth operations.
2026-04-08T00:00:00Z

Family Law Paralegal

Annapolis, MD
onsite
Contract / Temporary to Hire
23.75 - 27.5 USD / Hourly
A well-established Annapolis law firm seeks an experienced, full-time Litigation Paralegal to support a busy litigation practice. This role involves performing a wide range of general litigation support duties and working closely with attorneys in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities:<ul><li>Provide comprehensive support to attorneys in active litigation matters.</li><li>Obtain, review, organize, and manage records and case-related documents.</li><li>Draft pleadings and other legal documents with minimal supervision.</li><li>Assist with case preparation, discovery, and trial support.</li><li>Manage high volumes of work while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail.</li><li>Contribute positively to a collaborative and professional team environment.</li></ul>
2026-04-13T00:00:00Z

Legal Assistant

Alexandria, VA
onsite
Permanent
80000 - 85000 USD / Yearly
: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 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, Skills and Abilities Required * BA degree and/or paralegal certificate or minimum of 5 years experience in U.S. patent prosecution. * Familiarity with electronic case management systems and USPTO rules and requirements. IPFolio, Memotech, etc. is a plus. * Familiarity with the prosecution of U.S. Trademark applications a plus. * 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. * Ability to work independently and meet critical deadlines under supervision of attorney. * Ability to organize and prioritize numerous tasks and complete them under time constraints. * Ability to concentrate on detailed work for up to 80% of work day. * Interpersonal skills necessary in order to communicate and follow instructions from a diverse group, includ ...
2026-04-15T00:00:00Z

Legal Assistant

Alexandria, VA
onsite
Permanent
60000 - 100000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a dedicated Legal Assistant to join our client's team in Northern Virginia. This position focuses on supporting patent prosecution efforts, providing exceptional client management, and ensuring the efficient handling of legal documents and correspondence. The ideal candidate will bring a strong background in intellectual property law and a commitment to accuracy and organization. Responsibilities:• Prepare and file patent-related documents, including applications, amendments, and responses to office actions.• Review incoming correspondence from the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office and foreign associates to manage essential docketing tasks.• Facilitate communication between attorneys and clients, proactively maintaining and updating client portfolios.• Maintain and organize patent files, ensuring all case management systems are up-to-date.• Monitor deadlines and assist attorneys in meeting critical filing requirements.• Coordinate with foreign associates to ensure proper handling of international patent applications.• Conduct administrative tasks, including updating spreadsheets and managing documents.• Provide verbal and written communication support for attorneys and clients.• Assist with trademark prosecution processes when required.
2026-04-16T00:00:00Z

Legal Assistant

Baltimore, MD
onsite
Permanent
65000 - 75000 USD / Yearly
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. Responsibilities:• Coordinate and schedule appointments, depositions, and other legal proceedings to ensure smooth case management.• Handle electronic court filing processes in both state and federal jurisdictions with accuracy and efficiency.• Draft and organize interrogatories, pleadings, and other legal documents to support litigation efforts.• Manage document handling and retrieval using advanced document management systems.• Collaborate with attorneys and other team members to facilitate case preparation and strategy.• Maintain meticulous records and track deadlines to ensure compliance with court requirements.• Provide administrative support, including correspondence preparation and file maintenance.• Prioritize and manage multiple projects to meet deadlines and client expectations.• Conduct research to gather information relevant to cases and legal proceedings.• Ensure confidentiality and security of sensitive legal information at all times.
2026-03-23T00:00:00Z

Litigation Paralegal

Baltimore, MD
onsite
Permanent
75000 - 90000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a skilled Paralegal to join our team in Baltimore, Maryland. In this role, you will provide essential support to attorneys by managing case files, preparing legal documents, and conducting research. If you have a strong background in litigation and a keen eye for detail, we encourage you to apply. Responsibilities:• Prepare and review legal documents, ensuring accuracy and compliance with legal standards.• Conduct research on case law and medical records to support litigation efforts.• Communicate effectively with clients, addressing inquiries and providing updates on case progress.• Coordinate case management activities, maintaining organized and accessible case files.• Assist attorneys in trial preparation, including drafting discovery and organizing evidence.• Utilize legal software and tools to manage case-related information efficiently.• Organize and analyze medical records to support cases involving medical malpractice or personal injury.• Collaborate closely with attorneys and colleagues in a team-oriented environment.• Maintain confidentiality and professionalism when handling sensitive information.
2026-03-13T00:00:00Z