Chief of Staff/Executive Assistant/Legal Assistant

This is not a typical administrative role. We are looking for a highly organized legal assistant who wants to grow into a true right-hand position supporting the managing partner of a busy law firm. This role is designed to expand over time and can evolve into a Director of Operations or Chief of Staff–type role for the right person. If you are proactive, calm under pressure, and take pride in being the person who makes everything run better, keep reading. What This Role Is Really About This position exists to: Protect the managing partner’s calendar, inbox, and priorities Ensure projects move forward and actually get finished Interface confidently with attorneys, staff, vendors, and outside professionals Reduce bottlenecks by handling issues independently You will be trusted early with real responsibility, including confidential firm and personal matters. Key Responsibilities Day 1 Communicate directly with attorneys, staff, vendors, and outside contacts Track projects, deadlines, and follow-ups until completion Handle confidential matters with discretion and professionalism Identify problems, figure out solutions, and take initiative without constant direction Within 90 Days Actively manage and protect the managing partner’s calendar Draft emails and communications in the managing partner’s voice Anticipate priorities and prevent avoidable interruptions Take ownership of execution so issues don’t default upward Work Environment This is a controlled-chaos law firm environment. Priorities change. Urgent matters arise. The right person brings calm, structure, and follow-through to that environment. You will succeed here if you: Stay composed under pressure Take ownership instead of making excuses Figure things out without needing step-by-step instructions Are confident enough to push back respectfully when appropriate This role is not a fit for: Gossipers People with a victim mentality Anyone who needs constant supervision Clock-watchers who avoid responsibility Ideal Candidate Traits We care more about how you operate than job titles. You should be: Loyal, discreet, and trustworthy Calm, emotionally mature, and steady Highly detail-oriented Humbly confident working with attorneys and leadership Naturally proactive and resourceful Prior experience as a legal assistant is strongly preferred. This role is intended to grow. Growth Opportunity This is not a capped position. For the right person, this role can grow into: Director of Operations Chief of Staff Senior leadership role overseeing systems and execution We are looking for someone interested in a long-term professional home, not a short stop. Compensation Competitive base salary, commensurate with experience Performance-based bonuses Raises tied to clear milestones and increased responsibility How to Apply To be considered, please submit: Your resume A cover letter A short paragraph answering the following question: Why do most people fail in a role like this? Applications without this paragraph will not be considered. Final Note This is a high-trust, high-expectation role. If you want to be the person who quietly keeps everything moving, protects leadership time, and grows into a bigger role as a firm scales, we encourage you to apply. Job Type: Full-time Pay: $60,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year Benefits: 401(k) 401(k) matching Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Work Location: In person