Legal Administrative Assistant

Axinn, Veltrop & Harkrider

Washington, DC(remote)

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$39–$46 Per Hour
SKILLS
Administrative Skills, Attorney, Audiovisual, Beverages, Communication Skills, Contract Management, Dental Insurance, Detail Oriented, Develop and Maintain Customers, Diversity, Document Management, Documentation Format, Employee Assistance Plan, Expense Management, Expense Reports, Expense Tracking, Fax Machines, Health Plan, Insurance, Legal, Legal Documents, Legal Support Skills, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Word, Office Equipment, Organizational Skills, Patents, Photocopy, Plan Meetings, Prepare Correspondence, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Reimbursement, Student Loans, Systems Administration/Management, Time Management, Vision Plan, Work From Home, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Washington, DC
POSTED
1 day ago

Responsibilities and DutiesGeneral administrative support servicesMaintain calendar and contactsRoom scheduling/reservations (individual and group meetings)Meet/greet clients; arrange meetings (including any beverage/food and AV requirements)Track monthly expenses, prepare expense reports and manage corporate card accountsMake travel arrangementsRespond timely to emails requesting other assistanceDocumentationProofread documents upon attorney requestPerform photocopying, scanning, faxing, binding, filing, etc.Prepare legal correspondence, documents, electronic filings, etc.Document formatting, following firm styles, finalizing document for filing including TOCs.Create and maintain filesPrepare new client/matter forms; engagement letters, etc.Create bindersTrack attorney bar/court admissions/CLE informationConduct minor non-billable research for assigned attorneys (i.e., filings, court cases, patents, etc…)Enter attorney hours into time management system and manage contract attorney time as applicableReview and edit of monthly prebills; drafting cover letters for sameMinor personal work for a PartnerProvide back-up services for other admins or office personnelOther duties and special projects as assignedEducation, Experience, and Skills RequiredAssociate's degree preferred2+ years general office experience required, prior law firm experience is preferred.Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.General knowledge of office equipment and tools.Strong Microsoft Office skills – Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook and various document management tools.Ability to build rapport with attorneys and professional staff.Strong organizational skills with great attention to detail.The ability to work independently but within a team environment.BenefitsCompetitive starting pay and annual discretionary bonus and raise eligibilityGenerous paid time off benefits (vacation, personal days, holidays, and sick leave)Firm paid short and long-term disability, plus life and accident insurance401(k) Profit Sharing Plan and Cash Balance Retirement Plan with generous employer contributions (please ask for further details re: eligibility requirements)Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance optionsFlexible spending and health savings accounts (medical plan dependent)Firm paid comprehensive Employee Assistance Program (EAP)Student loan refinancing discountsLifestyle reimbursement programHybrid remote work schedules are available for most employees (per current policy, in-office presence is required at least 3-days per week and fully remote roles are not available)Position DetailsThis is a full-time, benefits eligible, non-exempt level position. Final rate of pay will be commensurate with the incumbent's experience, with a targeted hiring range of $39.00 – $46.00 hourly. This position is currently available in our DC office location only.Axinn is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to creating an environment that draws upon the strength of the diversity of its workforce to achieve excellence in the Firm's field and beyond#J-18808-Ljbffr

About the Company

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Axinn, Veltrop & Harkrider

Axinn offers its clients an unparalleled range of counseling and litigation services in critical areas directly affecting the quality, security and scope of their businesses. Whether in the area of antitrust and trade regulation, intellectual property or complex litigation, the firm is dedicated to providing in all of its relationships an exceptional degree of experience, communication and service, allowing its clients to get back to the business of business. We take a problem-solving, business-oriented approach to our clients' matters and evaluate the entire range of possible solutions, including business alternatives, negotiated solutions, government involvement and, if necessary, the most appropriate type of litigation.
COMPANY SIZE
100 to 499 employees
INDUSTRY
Legal Services
WEBSITE
http://www.axinn.com