Legal Administrative Assistant
Job Location:
Seattle, WA - USA
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Job Summary
AtWilson Elser we are redefining what it means to work at a national law firm. With more than 1400 attorneys across 46 offices nationwide we are recognized among the top 100 law firms by The American Lawyer and ranked #30 in the National Law Journals survey of the nations largest law firms.
Our continued success is built on a culture of collaboration innovation client service and mutual respect. We are committed to fostering an environment where employees are empowered to grow their careers contribute meaningfully and thrive professionally.
Our firm is committed to attracting and retaining professionals who value each other and the service we provide by embracing Teamwork Collaboration Client Service and Innovation. If you are a motivated professional looking for a long-term fit where you can grow in a role and will be valued and empowered then we invite you to apply to ourLegal Administrative Assistantposition in ourSeattle Office.
This position offers a flexible hybrid working arrangement.
The Position
We are seeking a Legal Administrative Assistant to provide administrative and litigation support to a team of attorneys within a fast-paced law firm environment. This role plays a key part in managing case matters coordinating filings and calendars and ensuring seamless communication to support the delivery of high-quality legal services.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide support and administrative assistance to attorneys and colleagues
- Coordinate new matter openings and closings including conflict checks engagement letters and file management
- Prepare format proofread and edit legal documents and court filings including tables of contents and tables of authorities
- File documents in state federal and appellate courts using electronic filing applications (e.g. File & ServeXpress)
- Communicate with court personnel regarding procedures rules and deadlines.
- Manage incoming mail notices and document distribution.
- Maintain electronic and client files within the document management system
- Maintain case calendars (hearings depositions mediations deadlines) and distributed daily/weekly appearance reports.
- Enter attorney time and assist with billing support client budgets and billing inquires
- Prepare expense reports and assist with travel arrangements
- Manage vendor invoices reimbursements and check requests.
- Assist with client billing inquiries budgets appeals and collections
- Support additional projects operational initiatives as needed
Qualifications:
- High school Diploma or equivalent required
- 3 years of administrative experience preferably within a law firm or litigation environment
- Familiarity with legal terminology document formatting and court procedures
- Experience with electronic filing systems preferred
- Professional communication skills when interacting with attorneys colleagues clients courts and vendors
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple deadlines
- Ability to maintain strict confidentiality
- Comfortable working in an in-office/hybrid environment
Wilson Elser offers a competitive salary and benefits package designed to support our attorneys both professionally and personally.
A variety of factors are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to experience education licensure and/or certifications geographic location market demands other business and organizational needs and other factors permitted by law. Final salary wages offered may be outside of this range based on other reasons and individual circumstances. This position is considered full-time and therefore qualifies for benefits including 401(k) retirement savings plan medical dental vision disability and life insurance. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment.
Salary Range:
$87000 - $92000 USD
Why Should You Apply
- Benefits:Outstanding benefits package including 401k match and generous PTO plan
- Career Growth:Ample opportunities for professional development and advancement
- Employee Perks:Access to corporate discount plans and other benefits
Required Experience:
Junior IC
