International Disputes Legal Practice Assistant

King & Spalding LLP; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and wellness plans

401(k) plan

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Job summary

King & Spalding LLP in Washington D.C. is seeking a Legal Practice Assistant for their International Disputes practice group. The role involves providing high-level support to attorneys, managing complex schedules, and overseeing critical legal documentation.

The ideal candidate will possess organizational skills, a typing proficiency of at least 65 words per minute, and the ability to adapt to a fast-paced environment. A high school diploma is required, with a bachelor's degree preferred.

Compensation is competitive, with a salary range of $75,000 to $110,000 based on experience and internal equity.

Qualifications

• Five to ten years of experience as a legal practice assistant, executive assistant, or project assistant preferred.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and manage competing demands in a fast-paced environment.
• Well-developed Microsoft Office skills, including intermediate proficiency in Excel.

Responsibilities

• Open new matters by preparing engagement letters and conflicts waivers.
• Manage complex schedules and oversee critical legal documentation.
• Coordinate domestic and foreign travel and maintain lawyers' contacts in Outlook.

Skills

Typing proficiency

Technical skills

Organizational skills

Administrative skills

Education

High school diploma

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Chrome River

Job description

King & Spalding LLP in Washington D.C. is seeking a Legal Practice Assistant for their International Disputes practice group. The role involves providing high-level support to attorneys, managing complex schedules, and overseeing critical legal documentation.

The ideal candidate will possess organizational skills, a typing proficiency of at least 65 words per minute, and the ability to adapt to a fast-paced environment. A high school diploma is required, with a bachelor's degree preferred.

Compensation is competitive, with a salary range of $75,000 to $110,000 based on experience and internal equity.