Hybrid Legal Practice Assistant - Dynamic Admin Support

Kirkland & Ellis; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Kirkland & Ellis in Houston is seeking a skilled Practice Assistant to support a dynamic team of attorneys. You will handle document preparation, scheduling, and cross‑department coordination in a fast‑paced, client‑focused environment.

The role requires five years of administrative experience, strong MS Word/Outlook skills, and meticulous attention to detail. This position offers essential firm support tasks with opportunities to grow in a premier legal practice.

Qualifications

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent required.
• At least five years of administrative support experience, preferably in a legal or professional services environment.
• Strong skills in Microsoft Word and Outlook; working knowledge of Excel; familiarity with Adobe Acrobat and PowerPoint is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Document Preparation & Formatting – Prepare, revise, format, and finalize legal documents and communications.
• Administrative & Workflow Coordination – Manage calendars, scheduling, travel, time entry, and conflict checks.
• Research & Systems Support – Conduct basic research and assist with document filing and records management.
• Cross-Department Collaboration – Coordinate with Accounting, General Services, and Reprographics for seamless operations.
• File & Information Management – Maintain paper and electronic files in line with firm policies.
• Proactive Team Support – Anticipate attorneys' needs and provide timely administrative assistance.

Skills

Document preparation

Administrative & workflow coordination

Research & systems support

Cross-department collaboration

File & information management

Proactive team support

Education

High school diploma / GED

Tools

Microsoft Word

Outlook

Microsoft Excel

Adobe Acrobat

PowerPoint

Job description

Kirkland & Ellis in Houston is seeking a skilled Practice Assistant to support a dynamic team of attorneys. You will handle document preparation, scheduling, and cross‑department coordination in a fast‑paced, client‑focused environment.

The role requires five years of administrative experience, strong MS Word/Outlook skills, and meticulous attention to detail. This position offers essential firm support tasks with opportunities to grow in a premier legal practice.