Legal Administrative Assistant

Dentons

$90K — $110K *
Legal & Accounting
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5-10 years of litigation administrative experience in a mid-size or large law firm.
  • Proficiency in document preparation, court filings, and calendar management.
  • Familiarity with local court rules and procedures.
  • Strong organizational skills and detail-oriented approach in a fast-paced environment.
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, focusing on client service.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office; experience with Intapp and related software is advantageous.

Responsibilities

  • Prepare and file court documents in state and federal courts, ensuring compliance with procedures.
  • Draft, format, and revise legal documents while managing files and billing.
  • Prepare and send correspondence via various methods, maintaining firm protocols.
  • Organize and maintain both physical and electronic files accurately.
  • Assist with billing by entering timekeeper entries and preparing invoices timely.
  • Serve as a primary contact for clients, managing inquiries professionally.
  • Arrange travel plans and process reimbursements efficiently.

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
  • 401(k) plan with profit sharing.
  • Short-term and long-term disability insurance.
  • Life insurance and tuition reimbursement programs.
  • Paid time off and paid holidays, plus discretionary bonuses.
Full Job Description
Legal Administrative Assistant (Litigation)

Dentons US LLP is seeking a Legal Administrative Assistant to provide high-level administrative support to our Litigation team in a collaborative, fast-paced environment. This is a hybrid position requiring three days in the office and two days remote each week.

Responsibilities
  • Prepare and file court documents in state and federal courts, including electronic filings.
  • Draft, format, and revise legal documents (including pleadings and trust and estate documents); maintain files; and support client billing processes.
  • Prepare correspondence and materials for mailing, faxing, courier, and FedEx shipments, including certificates of mailing; copy, distribute, and file documents per client instructions and firm protocol.
  • Maintain accurate, well-organized physical and electronic files.
  • Enter and review timekeeper entries and assist in the preparation of billing ensuring timely submission of invoices.
  • Serve as a professional point of contact for clients in person and by phone.
  • Arrange travel and process expense reimbursements.
  • Handle confidential and sensitive firm and client information with discretion.
  • Support both ongoing and ad hoc administrative needs as they arise.
  • Perform other duties as assigned to meet the needs of the practice and the firm.


Qualifications
  • 5-10 years of litigation administrative experience in a mid-size or large law firm.
  • Proficiency with legal administrative support, including document preparation, filings, time entry, expense reporting, telephone coverage, travel arrangements, and calendar management.
  • Working knowledge of local court rules and procedures.
  • Exceptional organization and attention to detail, with the ability to prioritize, work independently, and manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills with a commitment to excellent client service.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook) required. Experience with Intapp, iManage, and Chrome River is a plus. Ability to learn and adapt to new software is essential.
  • Excellent written communication skills, including proofreading and professional correspondence.
  • Demonstrated ability to juggle competing priorities and manage incoming and outgoing requests efficiently.
  • Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
  • Flexibility to work overtime, as needed.


Salary

Pursuant with states' laws, the salary range for this position is $90,000 - $110,000, based on experience and local market.

Dentons US LLP offers a competitive salary and benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401k, profit sharing, short-term/long-term disability, life insurance, tuition reimbursement, paid time off, paid holidays and discretionary bonuses.

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