Legal Secretary

Cipriani & Werner is a multidisciplinary law firm. We have long been recognized as a firm that seeks to understand the needs and interests of our clients. From that point forward, we strive to deliver results that are expected by our clients.

The DMV Family Law Practice Group in Columbia, Maryland is looking for a Legal Secretary to join our growing team.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Direct contact with clients, courts, and other entities.
• Answer family law consult calls and other incoming phone calls.
• Prepare and maintain client files.
• Schedule appointments and maintain attorney and litigation calendars.
• File pleadings, prepare and work on discovery documents, discovery demands, and responses.
• Obtain documents and other expert discovery.
• Prepare monthly expense reports.
• Coordinate/book deposition scheduling.
• Draft correspondence.
• Help coordinate a very high speed practice group
• Organize client files, pleadings, exhibit binders, discovery, etc.

Position Requirements:

• High school diploma required, bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years’ of litigation required; Minimum of 5 years’ of litigation and family law experience preferred. 
• Knowledge of e-filing systems across multiple jurisdictions (DC/MD/VA) required.
• Ability to proofread required.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365, ProLaw, Excel, and e-document management software preferred.
• Must be a self-motivated independent thinker with excellent time management skills, strong organizational skills, and outstanding communication skills with the ability to work as a team member in a high-volume fast paced work environment.

Cipriani & Werner P.C. offers a comprehensive benefit package. Highlights include:

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Matching 401(k)
• Paid time off
• Mentorship opportunities
• Collaborative and welcoming work environment
• Work-Life balance

This is an in-person position.

The salary rage for this position is $55,000-$70,000 and represents C&W’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range at the time of posting. Actual compensation will depend upon a number of factors, included but not limited to experience and qualifications.

Cipriani & Werner P.C. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.