Legal Administrative Assistant

Dallas office of a global law firm is seeking an AA to join their firm.Minimum of five years' experience providing administrative support to transactional attorneys in a law firm environment.The ideal candidate will have a minimum of five years' experience providing day to day administrative support to transactional attorneys.Responsibilities:* Manage and maintain Attorney's complex schedules and calendars.* Serve as primary point of contact for clients in person and over the phone.* Provide administrative support to attorneys, including calendaring, drafting correspondence, filing and preparation of engagement letters.* Proofread client documents and other legal documents, as requested.* Answer client questions related to the administrative side of the process.* Maintain good communication with clients, attorneys and staff.* Prepare client billing and input time entry.* Schedule travel and meeting arrangements.* Make, screen and route telephone calls, place conference calls and schedule appointments.* Create and maintain legal files and indices.* Set up and maintain files and records.* Assist attorneys with client outreach and business development needs when requested.* Assist with overflow work as requested.* Perform other duties as assigned.Qualifications:* Minimum of five years' experience providing administrative support to transactional attorneys in a law firm environment.* Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite required* Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing with all levels of Firm personnel* High level of professionalism and excellent customer service skills* Ability to work independently and as part of a team* Excellent organizational and time management skills* High degree of accuracy and attention to detail* Ability to work efficiently and accurately in a fast-paced environment* Ability to work well under pressure* Ability to maintain a high level of discretion while working with sensitive information and documents* Ability to come into the Dallas office five days of the week