Hybrid Legal Administrative Assistant – Litigation & Docs

Hawthorne Lane; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Commuter stipend

Job summary

Hawthorne Lane, a boutique law firm in Washington, DC, seeks a seasoned Legal Administrative Assistant to support a team of attorneys with intricate document work and calendar management.

You will handle billing, client intake, due diligence materials, and front-desk duties, while ensuring deadlines are met in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. Hybrid work options are available, with strong emphasis on service excellence and professional growth.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of legal support experience within a large law firm.
• Litigation background required; a bachelor’s degree is preferred.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Billstream, Emburse, and related law firm software.
• Strong initiative, organization, and client-service orientation.

Responsibilities

• Draft, edit, proofread, format, and manage legal documents and correspondence.
• Perform advanced document processing, quality control, and organization.
• Support billing, invoicing, time entry, and expense reporting.
• Prepare client and matter intake forms, engagement letters, and due diligence materials.
• Monitor deadlines, anticipate needs, and ensure timely completion of deliverables.
• Assist with business development, marketing materials, and client database maintenance.
• Collaborate with attorneys and staff, providing administrative and backup support.
• Provide front-desk coverage when necessary and complete additional office tasks.

Skills

Litigation support

Attention to detail

Communication

5+ years experience

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Billstream

Emburse

Job description

Hawthorne Lane, a boutique law firm in Washington, DC, seeks a seasoned Legal Administrative Assistant to support a team of attorneys with intricate document work and calendar management.

You will handle billing, client intake, due diligence materials, and front-desk duties, while ensuring deadlines are met in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. Hybrid work options are available, with strong emphasis on service excellence and professional growth.