Paralegal/Legal Assistant - Collections & Civil Litigation

Daniel, Medley & Kirby, P.C. is a well-established, full-service law firm with offices in Danville and Martinsville, Virginia. We are seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Paralegal and/or Legal Assistant to join our legal team in our Danville office.

The ideal candidate will assist attorneys with debt collection matters, civil litigation, and estate planning, providing critical support throughout the legal process. The candidate will be responsible for a variety of tasks, including client communications, drafting legal documents and pleadings, coordinating with courts, maintaining case files, and assisting attorneys in the day-to-day management of their cases.

Prior experience in a law office or legal setting is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Communicate with clients by telephone, mail, email, and in person.
• Prepare Warrants in Debt, Garnishment Summonses, Unlawful Detainers, and Interrogatories and other post-judgment collection documents
• Drafting and filing pleadings in Virginia General District and Circuit Courts
• Preparing and revising discovery requests and responses
• Drafting motions, correspondence, and other legal documents
• Assist with trial preparation, including organizing exhibits, preparing subpoenas, drafting jury instructions, and coordinating necessary documents and witnesses.
• Manage case files, court deadlines, hearing dates, and attorneys' calendars.
• Draft estate planning documents, including wills, powers of attorney, and advance medical directives.
• Perform administrative tasks, including organizing and maintaining files, closing completed matters, filing documents, and preparing materials for hearings and court appearances.
• Maintain accurate records and assist with general office operations as needed.

Qualifications

• Prior experience as a paralegal, legal assistant, or in a legal environment is preferred, but not required.
• Knowledge of litigation procedures, discovery, motions practice, evidence, and court rules is preferred.
• Experience with debt collection, civil litigation, estate planning, or related areas of law is a plus.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and general computer applications.
• Paralegal certificate, associate degree, or other relevant certification is preferred but not required.

Compensation and Benefits

• Salary commensurate with experience.
• Health insurance options available.
• 401(k) plan with employer match, paid vacation and other benefits available after one year of employment.
• Opportunity for professional growth within a respected and established law firm.

To Apply

Please submit your resume via email and any relevant experience to:

Daniel, Medley & Kirby, P.C.
T. Brent Gammon, Esq. at bgammon@dmklawfirm.
110 N. Union St., Danville, VA 24541

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $2,600.00 - $3,200.00 per month

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• Microsoft Office: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: In person