Kennedys, an international law firm with offices throughout the United States, is seeking a Legal Assistant/Secretary to support its Washington attorneys. This is a hybrid position with two days remote and three days in the office.
The annualized salary range for this role is $60,000 to $80,000; however, actual salary is contingent upon level of experience and other job-related factors permitted by law.
Key Responsibilities
Administrative Support: Provide comprehensive administrative support to attorneys, ensuring smooth day-to-day operations.
Drafting and Proofreading: Draft and proofread legal correspondence, pleadings, and other legal documents with high accuracy and attention to detail.
Calendaring: Manage the attorneys' calendar, scheduling appointments, court dates, and meetings efficiently.
Filing: Execute filing procedures, ensuring compliance with legal protocols and deadlines.
Required Experience
Minimum 3 years of experience in litigation, insurance coverage a plus
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (advanced Word, Excel and Outlook)
Excellent organizational skills and exceptional proofreading skills and a meticulous eye for detail
Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously and prioritize effectively
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Thorough working knowledge of and experience working and filing within the Federal and Washington court systems
Reliable with a strong work ethic and professional demeanor
Please let us know if you require any additional support or adjustments to be made in order to submit your application to Kennedys.
*Where a level of experience is indicated, this is a guideline only and represents the amount of time we would usually expect a candidate to accumulate the requisite level of experience. This does not preclude applications from candidates with more or less experience.
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Legal
Industries
Alternative Dispute Resolution, Law Practice, and Legal Services
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