Job Title:  Legal Secretary (Defense Litigation) 

Location: Richmond, VA 23219

Salary/Payrate: $50-80K (W2), depending on experience with benefits 

Schedule: 37.5 hours/week

Hours: 8:00–5:00 or 8:30–5:30

Work Arrangement: Hybrid (100% onsite first 90 days, then 1 day remote)

Term: 6-month contract with potential to convert to permanent

Parking: Paid by the firm

Referral Fee: AMS will pay $500 should the person you refer gets hired

A busy, well-established litigation defense firm is seeking an experienced Legal Secretary to support a high-performing group of attorneys. This is a fast-paced office with a heavy litigation workload and a collaborative, team-oriented environment.

This role is ideal for someone who thrives in structured but high-volume settings, can manage multiple priorities, and enjoys being a true right-hand to attorneys.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Provide full administrative and legal support to up to 5 attorneys
• Manage complex calendars, deadlines, and scheduling
• Handle state and federal e-filing
• Draft, revise, and proofread legal documents and correspondence
• Coordinate depositions, meetings, and travel as needed
• Maintain organized electronic files and case materials
• Assist with time entry and billing coordination (centralized support in place)
• Communicate with clients, courts, and internal teams
• Support docketing and litigation workflows

What We’re Looking For

• 3+ years of legal secretary experience, with strong litigation exposure
• Proficiency with e-filing in state and federal courts
• Strong typing and document formatting skills (65+ WPM preferred)
• Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple attorneys and deadlines
• Comfortable working in a high-volume, deadline-driven environment
• Professional, adaptable, and able to work with a variety of personalities
• Strong communication and proofreading skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel)

Work Environment

• Collaborative office with a mix of experienced attorneys and support staff
• Fast-paced with a steady flow of work and shared information across teams
• No in-office receptionist (virtual support model in place)
• Close working environment—team-oriented but requires adaptability