The Legal Administrative Assistant works closely with and supports assigned practice groups and related working groups on all practice management initiatives. This position reports to the Practice Group Manager(s) and will work closely with other members of the Practice Management teams.
Job Responsibilities
- Prepares financial reports and monitors financial performance of the practice groups.
- Monitors and reports on attorney utilization.
- Coordinates and schedules attorney training and development programs.
- Handles all logistical responsibilities for practice group meetings, events, and retreats, including drafting agendas, scheduling, issuing of calendar appointments, and similar tasks.
- Maintains group intranet site and repository of relevant practice management information.
- Assists with projects associated with lateral attorney recruiting.
- Prepares and monitors practice group expense budgets.
- Supports the morale and engagement of attorneys in the practice groups.
- Provides assistance with the annual attorney evaluation process, including coordination with the Attorney Resources team.
- Assists with other ad hoc and special projects associated with processes and group performance as needed.
Qualifications
- Ability to work effectively both independently and with others in a cooperative, enthusiastic, and collaborative manner to accomplish position functions and participate in team efforts.
- Demonstrates sound judgment with respect to confidential and sensitive information and persuasion in gaining the cooperation of others.
- Ability to organize and prioritize work in a dynamic and complex environment to meet deadlines and daily requirements.
- Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing, with attorneys, staff, and vendors.
- Ability to quickly learn and utilize technology tools and resources.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
Education The position requires a Bachelors Degree in a related field. Equivalent training and experience may substitute for education.
Experience The position requires a minimum of two (2) years of increasingly responsible, directly related experience. Experience in a professional services environment preferred.
Additional Information
- This is a temp-to-hire position.
- The hourly rate is $25-$30
- The location is downtown Washington, DC.
- The company is LHH Recruitment Solutions.
- The client is a law firm