Legal Practice Assistant

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$80,000.00/yr - $/yr

As the Legal Administrative Assistant at this growing law firm in DC, you will play a vital role in supporting attorneys across a variety of fast-paced and high-profile practice areas. This firm is looking for a proactive and experienced legal support professional to help establish and shape the day-to-day workflow. In this dynamic role, you will not only work closely with attorneys and paralegals to manage casework and court filings, but also serve as a key point of contact at the front desk, ensuring a seamless client experience.

About the Job:

• Provide comprehensive legal administrative support to attorneys, including editing, formatting, and e-filing pleadings and court documents.
• Maintain case files, update calendars, and track deadlines across multiple matters and practice areas.
• Assist with trial preparation, document management, and coordination of case-related projects.
• Serve as the face of the office, including greeting guests, answering phones, and managing deliveries.
• Collaborate with internal teams and maintain a professional standard of client-facing communication.
• Ensure timely and accurate submission of filings in both Federal and State courts.

About the Culture:

• Newly opened D.C. office offers the opportunity to grow with the team from the ground up.
• Benefits include a comprehensive healthcare plan and paid time off.
• Engaged leadership and collaborative colleagues who value quality work and team culture.

About You:

• Experienced. You have at least 3+ years of experience in a legal administrative role at a law firm, ideally with exposure to multiple practice areas.
• Organized. You’re a self-starter who can manage competing priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced setting.
• Detail-Oriented. You take pride in your accuracy and thoroughness, especially when it comes to document preparation and court filings.
• Tech-Savvy. You’re comfortable using Microsoft Word, Excel, and PDF editors. Experience with iManage, PowerPoint, and e-filing systems is a plus.
• Client-Focused. You’re professional, polished, and comfortable interacting with attorneys, clients, and visitors alike.
• Flexible. You’re willing to support front desk operations as needed and assist wherever you’re most needed to keep the office running smoothly.

Essential to Hawthorne Lane’s success is our ability to attract talent from a range of backgrounds. Our network reflects the diverse community around us, and we believe in a workplace where everyone feels valued and empowered to succeed. Applicants will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected status.

• Seniority level Associate

• Employment type
  
  Full-time

• Job function
  
  Legal and Administrative
• Industries Legal Services and Law Practice

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