Legal Administrative Assistant

A D.C. Law Firm is seeking a legal administrative assistant to provide support to timekeepers and the legal administrative team. The right candidate must be comfortable participating actively in a collaborative team environment and embrace the prospect of broadening their range of responsibilities as new activities and opportunities present themselves. The hours are 9-5:30 and the firm is on a hybrid schedule with 9 days/month in office.

Status: Direct HireSalary: $80K-95K DOE

What You'll Do: Create, edit, revise, redline and/or proofread correspondence and other legal documents using various Microsoft Office applicationsAssist with billing process by entering time, proofreading, as well as edit proformas in Billstream, coordinate final invoices with Accounting and distribute in accordance with client guidelinesPrepare new client/matter intake forms Process invoices and travel expense reports via ChromeRiverManage timekeepers’ calendars as needed; schedule meetings, coordinate travel arrangements (renewal of Visas and Passports) and apprise timekeepers of schedule in advance of commitmentsProactively anticipate next steps and follow-up with timekeepers to ensure proper execution of all tasks by investing in their legal practiceEstablish, maintain and update paper and electronic files Assist with preparation of due diligence and e-filingsCoordinate and assist with production of business development materials; input client contacts into InteractionCompile documents, notebooks and exhibits and ensure accurate reproduction Work as a supportive member of a team with timekeepers, case managers and other legal administrative assistantsBack-up and assist fellow team members when schedules and workloads dictateShare information and offer ideas and solutions in a team environmentAdditional duties and responsibilities as required

Job Requirements:Bachelor's degree desirableFive plus years of litigation experience (Sanctions a plus)Superior technical skills to include proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, PPT, Excel, Teams, I-Manage (preferred), iTimekeep (preferred), Billstream, ChromeRiver, KofaxExcellent command of English language, oral and writtenAbility and desire to work as part of a managed teamMust be able to prioritize and coordinate multiple projects efficiently and simultaneously in a team environment, as well as independently Must be able to work well under pressure and interact with all levels of Firm personnelAbility to foster cooperative and supportive relationships with peersMaintain confidentiality and discretionMaintain a positive attitude and approachabilityReliable, punctual and flexible to work overtime as needed

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