What are the responsibilities and job description for the Bilingual Spanish Legal Assistant position at DC Law Group?
Company Overview
We are a small, general practice law firm handling cases in immigration, landlord-tenant disputes, complex civil litigation, divorce proceedings, and more. Our goal is to provide exposure to the legal field.
Job Summary
This part-time, hybrid role involves serving as a Bilingual Spanish Legal Assistant at DC Law Group in Gaithersburg, MD. The successful candidate will be responsible for preparing legal documents, communicating with clients, providing administrative support, and assisting lawyers with various tasks. Flexibility to work from home may be accommodated. Proficiency in translating Spanish to English and English to Spanish is highly desirable.
Key Responsibilities
- Self-motivated individual with strong follow-through
- Experience as a Legal Assistant
- Fluency in both Spanish and English; experience with legal translation preferred
- Detailed-oriented and organized
- Ability to collaborate effectively within a team environment
- Associate's degree in Legal Studies or relevant field (or current student)
Education and Qualifications
A minimum of an Associate's degree in Legal Studies or a related field is required. Current students in a relevant program may also be considered.
Languages
Bilingual proficiency in Spanish and English is essential. Experience with legal translation is highly valued.