Hybrid Legal Executive Assistant for Senior Attorneys

Hawthorne Lane

Washington (District of Columbia)

Hybrid

USD 70,000 - 90,000

Full time

7 hours ago

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Job summary

Hawthorne Lane, a growing global law firm, seeks a seasoned Legal Executive Assistant in Washington, DC. The role provides executive-level support to busy attorneys, manages calendars and travel, oversees billing, and drafts legal documents.

A proactive, detail-oriented professional with strong collaboration skills is desired to thrive in a hybrid environment. Applicants should have at least five years of legal administrative experience and be digitally literate with Microsoft Office, Zoom, case

Qualifications

Legal administrative experience (5+ years) in a corporate or legal environment.
Digitally literate with Microsoft Suite, Zoom, research tools, case management software, and billing systems (Aderant and Chrome River).
Eager and engaging in a fast-paced, high-volume environment with shifting priorities.
Collaborative mindset and team-focused.

Responsibilities

Provide executive-level admin support to attorneys, including calendar management, meetings, materials, and travel logistics.
Act as liaison between attorneys, clients, and staff, updating on status and progress.
Oversee attorney billing, prebills, approvals, client invoices, and billing inquiries.
Draft, edit, and file legal documents; maintain organized electronic and paper records.
Conduct legal research and summarize findings for attorney briefings.
Process expenses and time entries using internal systems.
Collaborate across teams to ensure smooth workflows and prevent missed tasks.