Job Description
Legal Executive Assistant at Law Firm: Hybrid Schedule, Competitive Salary, and Growth Opportunities
H1: Legal Executive Assistant at Law Firm: Hybrid Schedule, Competitive Salary, and Growth Opportunities
H2: DLA Piper: A Place for Meaningful Work and Career Growth
Job Title: Legal Executive Assistant
Experience: 5 years of professional executive administrative experience supporting partners and/or executives
Salary: Expected hiring range of $52.51 - $58.87 per hour, dependent on candidate's experience, skills, and qualifications
Location: Washington, DC
Time Type: Full time
Posted On: Posted Today
Job Requisition ID: R2024-445
DLA Piper, a leading global law firm, is looking for a Legal Executive Assistant to support multiple lawyers and their practice. This role offers a hybrid work schedule, a competitive salary, and opportunities for career growth.
Responsibilities:
- Complete major assignments and a variety of tasks in support of the partner's practice - Exercise judgment and delegate administrative tasks and document work as appropriate - Substantively impact the success of the partner's financial viability with client matters - Plan, coordinate, and maintain attorney Outlook calendars and travel itineraries - Work closely with attorneys to keep them informed and prepare materials in advance - Successfully complete critical aspects of deliverables - Handle extensive direct interaction with clients and outside business contacts - Prepare agendas, reports, and presentations - Develop and maintain professional relationships and ensure efficient teamwork - Coordinate department or practice group meetings - Participate in practice group and client team meetings - Maintain paper and electronic filing systems - Oversee billing matters
Desired Skills:
- Advanced computer skills in Excel, Word, and PowerPoint - Excellent communication and interpersonal skills - Solid organizational skills - Ability to manage multiple high priority projects - Excellent time management skills - Strong work ethic and positive attitude - Ability to maintain confidentiality and demonstrate good professional judgment
Minimum Education: High School Diploma or GED
Preferred Education: Bachelor's Degree
Essential Job Expectations:
- Effectively communicate with clients, lawyers, and various firm departments - Produce deliverables and reply to correspondence in a timely and efficient manner - Provide quality work product and meet deadlines - Foster positive work relationships - Comply with firm policies and practices - Engage in both physical and sedentary activity - Perform all other duties as assigned
Physical Demands: Sedentary work
Work Environment: Regular in-office presence, with some flexibility to work from home
Disclaimer: This job description is not intended to describe all elements of the work that may be performed by this position. Job duties, requirements, and expectations may be modified at the firm's discretion. Reasonable accommodations may be made upon request.
Application Process: Applicants must apply directly online. Accommodations may be made upon request.
Agency applications will not be considered.
No immigration sponsorship is available for this position.
DLA Piper is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity in our workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
