Legal Practice Assistant

Hawthorne Lane; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 80,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive healthcare plan

Paid time off

Engaged leadership and collaborative culture

Job summary

A growing law firm in Washington, DC is seeking a proactive Legal Administrative Assistant. You will support attorneys across various practice areas, manage casework, ensure seamless client experiences, and handle front desk activities. Ideal candidates have 3+ years of legal administrative experience, strong organizational skills, and proficiency in Microsoft tools. This position offers competitive compensation within a supportive and dynamic office culture.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years in a legal administrative role.
• Experience in multiple practice areas is preferable.
• Proficient in document preparation and court filings.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive legal administrative support.
• Maintain case files and update calendars.
• Serve as the front desk point of contact.
• Ensure timely submission of court filings.

Skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Tech-savvy

Client interaction

Flexibility

Education

3+ years of experience in a legal administrative role

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

PDF editors

iManage

e-filing systems

Job description

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Base pay range

$80,000.00/yr - $115,000.00/yr

As the Legal Administrative Assistant at this growing law firm in DC, you will play a vital role in supporting attorneys across a variety of fast-paced and high-profile practice areas. This firm is looking for a proactive and experienced legal support professional to help establish and shape the day-to-day workflow. In this dynamic role, you will not only work closely with attorneys and paralegals to manage casework and court filings, but also serve as a key point of contact at the front desk, ensuring a seamless client experience.

About the Job:

• Provide comprehensive legal administrative support to attorneys, including editing, formatting, and e-filing pleadings and court documents.
• Maintain case files, update calendars, and track deadlines across multiple matters and practice areas.
• Assist with trial preparation, document management, and coordination of case-related projects.
• Serve as the face of the office, including greeting guests, answering phones, and managing deliveries.
• Collaborate with internal teams and maintain a professional standard of client-facing communication.
• Ensure timely and accurate submission of filings in both Federal and State courts.

About the Culture:

• Newly opened D.C. office offers the opportunity to grow with the team from the ground up.
• Benefits include a comprehensive healthcare plan and paid time off.
• Engaged leadership and collaborative colleagues who value quality work and team culture.

About You:

• Experienced. You have at least 3+ years of experience in a legal administrative role at a law firm, ideally with exposure to multiple practice areas.
• Organized. You’re a self-starter who can manage competing priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced setting.
• Detail-Oriented. You take pride in your accuracy and thoroughness, especially when it comes to document preparation and court filings.
• Tech-Savvy. You’re comfortable using Microsoft Word, Excel, and PDF editors. Experience with iManage, PowerPoint, and e-filing systems is a plus.
• Client-Focused. You’re professional, polished, and comfortable interacting with attorneys, clients, and visitors alike.
• Flexible. You’re willing to support front desk operations as needed and assist wherever you’re most needed to keep the office running smoothly.

Essential to Hawthorne Lane’s success is our ability to attract talent from a range of backgrounds. Our network reflects the diverse community around us, and we believe in a workplace where everyone feels valued and empowered to succeed. Applicants will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected status.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Associate

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Legal and Administrative

• Industries

  Legal Services and Law Practice

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