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Job Location drjobs

Washington D.C., MD - USA

Monthly Salary drjobs

$ 66000 - 100000

Vacancy

1 Vacancy

Job Description

Summary

We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated Legal Secretary to join Sidleys Global Arbitration Trade and Advocacy practice group. This is a fast-paced and varied role supporting a dynamic team of attorneys who work on high-profile international matters. The ideal candidate is a proactive problem-solver who exercises sound judgment demonstrates exceptional organizational skills and thrives on providing first-class support. Discretion client service and adaptability are essential for success in this role.

Duties and Responsibilities

Coordination & Operational Support

  • Provide high-level administrative and operational support to attorneys within the practice group.
  • Manage workflows track deadlines and align priorities across multiple projects.
  • Partner with legal secretaries paralegals and other staff to ensure seamless operations.
  • Anticipate attorney and client needs taking initiative to resolve issues and enhance efficiency.

Communications & Calendar Management

  • Maintain attorney calendars schedule internal/external meetings and coordinate logistics.
  • Screen and prioritize emails and calls; draft correspondence where appropriate.
  • Prepare attorneys for meetings by compiling materials agendas and background documents.
  • Liaise professionally with high-profile clients regulators and stakeholders.

Accounting & Billing

  • Support billing processes including time entry review of proformas and submission of invoices.
  • Track budgets prepare financial summaries and monitor client billing arrangements.
  • Coordinate with Accounting on utilization reports and compliance with engagement terms.
  • Assist with new matter intake forms and conflict checks.

Travel Arrangements

  • Coordinate domestic and international travel (flights accommodations itineraries visas).
  • Proactively resolve last-minute changes with urgency and professionalism.

Salaries vary by location and are based on numerous factors including but not limited to the relevant market skills experience and education of the selected candidate. If an estimated salary range for this role is available it will be provided in our Target Salary Range section. Our compensation package also includes bonus eligibility and a comprehensive benefits program. Benefits information can be found at Salary Range

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform the Duties and Responsibilities (Duties) above satisfactorily and meet the requirements below. The requirements listed below are representative of the minimum knowledge skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the you need such an accommodation please email(current employees should contact Human Resources).

Education and/or Experience:

Required:

Preferred:

Other Skills and Abilities

Sidley Austin LLP is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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