Legal Assistant

LHH; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 62,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Short-term disability

Commuter benefits

401(k) plan

Paid leave

Job summary

LHH is conducting a confidential search for an experienced Legal Assistant to join its Madison office. The role supports three to four attorneys in a fast-paced, collaborative environment across Litigation, Business/Corporate, and Real Estate practices.

The ideal candidate will be highly organized, proactive, and capable of managing competing priorities while delivering professional, confidential client service and thorough document handling.

Qualifications

• Three or more years of experience as a Legal Assistant or in a comparable legal support role.
• Experience supporting attorneys in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills with exceptional attention to detail.
• Ability to effectively prioritize and manage multiple assignments and competing deadlines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong client-service orientation and professional demeanor.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently while contributing effectively to a team.
• Experience supporting Litigation, Business/Corporate, and/or Real Estate practices strongly preferred.
• Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with a high degree of discretion.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive administrative and legal support to assigned attorneys.
• Prepare, format, edit, and proofread correspondence, legal documents, pleadings, agreements, and other materials.
• Assist with filing, document production, correspondence, and other day-to-day legal administrative functions.
• Anticipate attorney needs and proactively manage administrative responsibilities.
• Provide professional, timely, and confidential communication and support to clients.
• Manage and maintain attorney calendars, appointments, meetings, depositions, hearings, and other commitments.
• Coordinate meetings and other events involving attorneys, clients, opposing counsel, and outside parties.
• Maintain accurate electronic and physical files in accordance with firm procedures.
• Assist with attorney time entry, expense reporting, and billing processes.

Skills

Legal experience

Time management

Microsoft Office

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Tools

Word

Outlook

Excel

Job description

A leading Wisconsin law firm is conducting a confidential search for an experienced Legal Assistant to join its Madison office.

The firm is seeking a highly organized, proactive legal professional with a strong foundation of experience who can, following training and integration, provide comprehensive support to three to four attorneys in a fast-paced and collaborative office environment.

This position offers a diverse range of work supporting attorneys across Litigation, Business/Corporate, and Real Estate practices. The successful candidate will be comfortable managing competing priorities, anticipating attorney needs, and providing polished, responsive service to both attorneys and clients.

Key Responsibilities

Legal & Administrative Support

• Provide comprehensive administrative and legal support to assigned attorneys.
• Prepare, format, edit, and proofread correspondence, legal documents, pleadings, agreements, and other materials.
• Assist with filing, document production, correspondence, and other day-to-day legal administrative functions.
• Anticipate attorney needs and proactively manage administrative responsibilities.

Client Service

• Provide professional, timely, and confidential communication and support to clients.
• Serve as a professional point of contact for clients and other external parties.
• Maintain a high level of discretion and confidentiality in handling sensitive client and firm matters.

Calendar & Deadline Management

• Manage and maintain attorney calendars, appointments, meetings, depositions, hearings, and other commitments.
• Monitor deadlines and assist attorneys in meeting court, client, and firm requirements.
• Coordinate meetings and other events involving attorneys, clients, opposing counsel, and outside parties.

Document & File Management

• Maintain accurate electronic and physical files in accordance with firm procedures.
• Organize, track, and manage case and client documents to ensure information is readily accessible.
• Assist with document management and other matter-related administrative processes.

Billing & Timekeeping

• Assist with attorney time entry, expense reporting, and billing processes.
• Review billing information for accuracy and completeness and coordinate corrections as needed.

Workflow & Team Collaboration

• Effectively manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a busy legal environment.
• Work closely with attorneys, paralegals, legal assistants, and other administrative professionals to ensure consistent and efficient workflow.
• Provide coverage and assistance across practice groups as needed.
• Contribute to a positive, professional, and collaborative office environment.
• Maintain strict confidentiality regarding client, attorney, and firm information.
• Follow firm policies, procedures, and applicable legal and professional standards.
• Demonstrate a commitment to accuracy, quality, responsiveness, and exceptional client service.

Qualifications

The ideal candidate will be a dedicated, team-oriented professional with demonstrated experience supporting attorneys in a sophisticated legal environment.

Required/Preferred Qualifications:

• Three or more years of experience as a Legal Assistant or in a comparable legal support role.
• Experience supporting attorneys in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills with exceptional attention to detail.
• Ability to effectively prioritize and manage multiple assignments and competing deadlines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong client-service orientation and professional demeanor.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently while contributing effectively to a team.
• Strong technical aptitude and proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Word, Outlook, and Excel.
• Experience supporting Litigation, Business/Corporate, and/or Real Estate practices strongly preferred.
• Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with a high degree of discretion.

The anticipated salary range for this position is $62,000–$80,000 annually, commensurate with experience, qualifications, and overall fit for the role.

The firm offers a competitive compensation and benefits package, along with a professional, collaborative, and supportive work environment.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

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The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:

• The California Fair Chance Act
• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

Benefit offerings include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits, and 401K plan. Our program provides employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. Available paid leave may include Paid Sick Leave, where required by law; any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law; and Holiday pay upon meeting eligibility criteria.

Bonus eligibility and amount are based upon company and/or individual performance