Corporate Legal Administrative Assistant - Wilmington, United States - Young Conaway Stargatt & Taylor, LLP

Description

We are seeking a n experienced Legal Administrative Assistant for our Corporate section. In this position, you will be an integral member of a dynamic and cohesive team.

You will support and be a right hand to up to eight attorneys, assisting them with time entry and client billing and providing general legal and administrative assistance.

This is a non-exempt, full-time position. Currently, hybrid work is available upon completion of training.


Hours:
9:00 AM - 5:30 PM, Monday-Friday, with one hour for lunch.


Essential Functions of an LAA

• Accurately and thoroughly typing and proofreading legal documents, memoranda, correspondence and forms
• Maintaining Attorney filing system preferences and the firm's digital records process
• Handling telephone calls and messages in professional, prompt and proficient manner and exercising good judgment
• Developing knowledge of each job assignment, required procedures, legal terminology and court filing procedures within each section and attorney group
• Developing knowledge of file opening and closing procedures including conflict searches
• Attending classes or seminars regularly to improve knowledge and skill level
• Using time constructively, planning and prioritizing workload and meeting deadlines
• Working and interacting effectively and professionally with attorneys/supervisors, clients, outside counsel and other staff members
• Interpreting and responding to situations, problems and procedures using sound judgment; keeping attorneys/supervisors informed of any issues or questions as needed
• Creating letters and documents with mínimal supervision utilizing effective verbal and written communication skills
• Adjusting to changing conditions, workload, procedures and duties

Daily responsibilities may include but are not limited to:

• Enter attorneys' time
• Format, edit briefs; input TOAs and TOCs
• Make hotel and flight reservations
• Reserve conference rooms and make arrangements for the visitors, including ordering meals
• Make copies; put together binders
• Perform billing
• Create check requests
• Create shells for documents

Requirements:

• Excellent oral & written communication and computer skills; strong typing and proofreading skills
• Previous administrative/office experience highly desired
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Proven ability to work in a fastpaced environment, multitask and work with multiple overlapping deadlines
• Team player attitude a must
• Selfstarter and motivated

At Young Conaway, you will find a beautiful facility in the heart of Rodney Square; and a dynamic and friendly professional environment with ample opportunity for experience, development and growth.

We offer a beautiful facility; a competitive salary commensurate with skill level and experience; and excellent benefit package, including immediate coverage under our medical, dental & vision plans, parking/commuting allowance, 401K plan and generous paid time off.

EOE Employer


Schedule:

• Day shift

Work Location:
Hybrid remote in Wilmington, DE 19801