Legal Administrative Assistant

A D.C. Law Firm is seeking a Legal Administrative Assistant. They are seeking candidates with3-5 years of relevant experience in Executive Assistant/Legal support roles. A Bachelor’s Degree is a plus but not a must. Billing and or time entry experience is required. The role is hybrid. Status: Direct HireSalary: $74K-95K DOEDuties and Responsibilities: Provide detailed and high-level secretarial and administrative support in a Team of 2 or 3 Legal Administrative Assistants (LAAs).Coordinate and maintain effective office procedures and efficient workflow; comply with policies and procedures set by the Firm; establish and maintain harmonious working relationships; foster an atmosphere of teamwork and cooperation.Work effectively with other LAAs within the assigned team; provide occasional coverage to other LAAs on the floor when needed and volunteer for overflow work assignments when time permits; must be able to collaborate and work in a shared workspace and be accessible to both lawyers and other LAAs.Work closely to mentor, share knowledge, best practices and answer any Firm policy and procedural questions for assigned LAA incumbents. Provide guidance when necessary and lead by example.Schedule client meetings, reserve conference rooms, coordinates audio visual equipment and food needs via CovReservations. Registers Firm guests with Security/Client Services.Coordinate all aspects of lawyers’ travel arrangements (domestic and international) and prepare travel itineraries; monitor and process travel reimbursements in a timely manner; maintain Outlook calendar and monitor crucial due dates for lawyers as required.Organize, coordinate and communicate pertinent information with other team members.Monitor lawyers’ incoming emails as directed and when required. Answer phones and direct callers as required. Receive, register and assist visitors as required.Job Requirements:High School diploma is required.College strongly encouraged.Prior secretarial/administrative work experience essential.Excellent written and verbal communication skills.Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills.High attention to detail and ability to multi-task in a high paced environment.Ability to prioritize and coordinate work.Ability to maintain confidential information.Ability to manage workflow and delegate projects as necessary.Ability to juggle multiple tasks and manage deadlines.Ability to think critically and analytically in a pressured environment.Ability to clearly and effectively communicate with various levels of staff within the organization.Ability to work productively and cooperatively with other employees.Ability to constantly learn new skills as they become necessary.How To Apply: Please respond with your resume for consideration. We welcome all candidates that meet the REQUIRED qualifications with recent relevant experience. Palmer Legal Staffing is an equal opportunity employer.About Us: Palmer is an award winning staffing agency offering direct hire, temp-to-hire, and temporary placements for administrative, management, executive, legal and more. We represent more than 500 of the finest law firms and legal departments in the D.C. area.Palmer Google Reviews = 4.7 stars, visit online to see what other Palmer candidates have to say about us. You are more than just a “number”!Visit www.plsdc.com and view our job board, contact a recruiter, link to our Facebook and LinkedIn pages.