Homeoffice Legal Assistant at Javitch Block LLC

Position Overview

Javitch Block LLC is seeking a detail-oriented Legal Assistant to join our remote legal support team. This role is ideal for a West Virginia-based professional who is commissioned as a Notary Public and has experience supporting attorneys in civil litigation and collections matters. The assistant will work closely with attorneys to manage case workflows, prepare filings, and coordinate with courts and clients.

Primary Responsibilities

• Draft and file legal documents including pleadings, motions, and correspondence.
• Maintain and organize case files, track deadlines, and monitor case progress.
• Professionally interact with clients, court personnel, and opposing counsel.
• Notarize documents in compliance with West Virginia law.
• Assist attorneys with legal research, administrative tasks, and remote workflow management.

Required Qualifications

• Active West Virginia Notary Public commission.
• Minimum 1 year of experience in a legal assistant, paralegal, or law office support role.
• Familiarity with West Virginia court systems and civil procedure.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• High attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and legal case management platforms.
• Ability to work independently in a remote environment and manage multiple priorities.

Javitch Block offers a comprehensive benefits program including health insurance, paid vacation/personal time, 401(k), life insurance, and short and long-term disability.

JB is a Cleveland-based law firm with additional offices in Fairlawn, Ohio and Brentwood, Tennessee. Our clients include taxing authorities, banks, credit unions, savings and loans, finance companies, department stores, credit card companies, medical organizations, landlords, commercial businesses, collection agencies, insurance companies, education facilities, utility companies, law firms, manufacturers, oil companies.