Criminal Defense Legal Assistant

Price Benowitz LLP•Washington, DC

3d•$29 - $35•Onsite

About The Position

Price Benowitz LLP is seeking a full-time Legal Assistant/Paralegal to support our Criminal Defense team in our Washington, D.C. office. This role is ideal for a professional with prior paralegal/legal assistant experience, particularly in a criminal defense setting. The Legal Assistant/Paralegal will provide litigation and case support to multiple attorneys in the criminal defense team. This is an in-office position, five days a week, and requires someone who is highly organized, proactive, and capable of managing multiple priorities.

Requirements

Prior experience required as a legal assistant and/or paralegal, preferably in criminal defense law.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Highly detail-oriented with excellent organizational and time management abilities.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Capable of thriving in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
Strong multitasking and problem-solving skills.
Willingness to learn and take initiative.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree and/or Paralegal Certificate preferred but not required.
Spanish language skills strongly preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

Gather and organize discovery materials.
Request and obtain police reports, records, and evidence.
Interview witnesses and assist with investigative tasks.
Conduct legal research to support criminal defense strategies.
Draft motions, complaints, and other legal documents.
Prepare exhibits and assist in trial preparation.
Manage attorney calendars, schedule meetings, and coordinate deadlines.
Handle incoming calls and direct communications appropriately.
Maintain and update case files and firm databases.
Perform other duties as assigned to support the legal team and client relations.