Hybrid Legal Admin & Practice Coordinator

Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP and Affiliates; Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Year-end bonuses

Health benefits

401(k) savings plan

Paid time off

Parental leave

Learning & development opportunities

Well-being programs

Job summary

Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP and Affiliates in Houston, Texas, is seeking an Administrative Practice Coordinator for a hybrid role supporting partners, client billing, and business development activities.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree, at least two years in a law firm or professional services environment, and a Texas Notary license or ability to obtain one within six months. Strong organizational and communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required and notary license in Texas or ability to obtain within six months.
• Minimum of two years of related experience in a law firm or professional services environment.
• Strong organizational and communications skills; ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate travel, scheduling, and calendars for partners.
• Enter time records and process vendor invoices; assist with client billing.
• Support document management, records retention, and file organization.
• Prepare engagement letters and new matter memos; assist with conflicts process.
• Assist with business development materials and sponsorships; coordinate events.

Skills

Customer service

Professionalism

Reading & interpreting instructions

Attention to detail

Work under pressure

Teamwork

Software proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Notary Public licensed in Texas

2+ years of related experience in law firm

Tools

Outlook

Excel (PivotTables, Filters, Conditional Formatting)

PowerPoint

Job description

Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP and Affiliates in Houston, Texas, is seeking an Administrative Practice Coordinator for a hybrid role supporting partners, client billing, and business development activities.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree, at least two years in a law firm or professional services environment, and a Texas Notary license or ability to obtain one within six months. Strong organizational and communication skills are essential.