Legal Assistant

Join MGC's Litigation Team in Richmond, VA! At MGC, we redefine the law firm experience. As a highly respected, technology-driven law firm celebrating 30 years of excellence in 2025 spanning 22 offices across 12 states, we're not your typical law firm. We offer flexible work arrangements, competitive compensation packages and a collaborative environment designed to help motivated professionals succeed. We are currently seeking an experienced Legal Assistant to join our Richmond office. This position is ideal for a professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and demonstrates strong organizational, communication, and multitasking skills. This position will support an assigned attorney(s) and paralegal staff with all non-billable tasks in a manner consistent with MGC policies, procedures, quality, standards, customer needs and applicable local, state, and federal regulations. Essential Functions and Responsibilities: Receive scanned mail from Charlotte runner. Rename document and save in proper category and drop necessary dockets in ProLaw and email assigned professionalsTranscribe pleadings, discovery, letters, client reports at attorney’s requestFile/serve necessary pleadings in state court via US Mail and via federal online court system as directed by attorneyPrepare discovery for responsesProcess invoicesSchedule depositions, mediations, meetingsPrepare deposition notices as directed by attorneyServe discovery at attorney’s request; prepare standard enclosure letters as neededCoordinate travel, conference room reservation, conference calls, etc. Review files for closing (confirm with attorney and request final bill)Send all outgoing mail request, regular, overnight, certified mail to the Charlotte runner mailboxOther non-billing tasks as neededCooperates with co-workersResponds politely to internal staff, clients, vendors, etc. Works as a member of a team Accepts change in a productive mannerPerforms other duties as necessary or assigned Special Skills, Knowledge, Abilities Ability to type 50+ wpm. Familiarity with transcription and transcription devicesInterpersonal skills necessary in order to communicate by e-mail and telephone with a diverse group of clients, attorneys and staff and to provide information with ordinary courtesy and tactPossess excellent organizational skills and pay close attention to detailProficiency in Microsoft Office applications and ability to gain competence in database management systemsMust possess ability to take initiative and handle various tasks simultaneously while working efficiently, effectively and independently under minimal supervisionMust have ability to work in a high-pressure environmentIs neat with self and conducts self in a respectable, responsible, courteous manner If you're ready to take the next step in your career with a firm that values innovation and a supportive workplace culture, we encourage you to apply to McAngus Goudelock & Courie!