Legal Administrative Assistant

LHH; Waukesha (WI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental insurance

Life insurance and long-term disabled

Paid holidays, personal days, and sick

Retirement plan with employer match

Employee referral program

Job summary

LHH is seeking an Entry-Level Administrative Assistant to join a law firm team in Waukesha, WI. This role offers exposure to multiple departments in a fast-paced professional setting, supporting essential operations and contributing to a collaborative team environment.

You will handle client records, document management, and basic drafting while coordinating mailings and events. This on-site position includes benefits and growth opportunities within a respected firm.

Qualifications

• Postsecondary education preferred.
• Strong communication, customer service, and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent organization and time-management abilities.
• Creative problem-solving and attention to detail.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple responsibilities.
• Team-oriented with a strong work ethic.
• Basic database management experience preferred.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.

Responsibilities

• Assist with firm-wide administrative and operational projects.
• Provide support on basic projects for legal support staff.
• Assist with marketing events and special projects.
• Support accounting with administrative tasks as needed.
• Manage client records, including opening, maintaining, and closing files.
• Perform scanning, copying, and document management projects.
• Organize and maintain physical and electronic files.
• Assist with drafting, proofreading, and document preparation.
• Coordinate mailing and distribution projects.
• Serve as backup receptionist when needed.

Skills

Communication

Customer service

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Creativity

Task prioritization

Teamwork

Database basics

Microsoft Office

Education

Postsecondary education preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

LHH is seeking an Entry-Level Administrative Assistant to join a law firm team in Waukesha, WI. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys working in a fast-paced professional environment, supporting various departments, and contributing to the overall success of a collaborative team.

What You'll Do

• Assist with firm-wide administrative and operational projects
• Provide support on basic projects for legal support staff
• Assist with marketing events and special projects
• Support accounting with administrative tasks as needed
• Manage client records, including opening, maintaining, and closing files
• Perform scanning, copying, and document management projects
• Organize and maintain physical and electronic files
• Assist with drafting, proofreading, and document preparation
• Coordinate mailing and distribution projects
• Serve as backup receptionist when needed

Qualifications

• Postsecondary education preferred
• Strong communication, customer service, and interpersonal skills
• Excellent organization and time-management abilities
• Creative problem-solving skills and attention to detail
• Ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple responsibilities
• Team-oriented with a strong work ethic
• Basic database management experience preferred
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite

Schedule

• Monday through Friday
• 40 hours per week
• Fully on-site position
• $55,000 - $60,000
• Comprehensive health and dental insurance
• Life insurance and long-term disability coverage
• Paid holidays, personal days, and sick time
• Employee referral program
• Retirement plan with generous employer contribution
• Additional employee perks and team events

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

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