Legal Assistant: Litigation & Business Law

Foley & Lardner LLP; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 62,000 - 141,000; Full time

Job summary

Foley & Lardner LLP in Washington, DC is seeking a highly motivated Assistant to support attorneys in the Litigation and Business Law practice groups. The role requires strong administrative skills, confidentiality, and the ability to thrive in a collaborative team environment.

The ideal candidate will have at least three years of administrative experience, preferably in a law firm, and will be proficient with document formatting, client communications, and matter file management.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent; associate or bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Minimum of three years of administrative support experience; law firm experience preferred.
• Experience supporting business law and/or litigation attorneys preferred.
• Experience using InTapp, Chrome River and NetDocs preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide executive-level administrative support including meeting planning, scheduling and client communication.
• Create, organize and maintain electronic client files; follow up on pending matters.
• Prepare engagement letters and assist with client billing; manage expense reports in Chrome River.
• Set up meetings, greet clients, and respond to emails and phone calls as needed.

Skills

Administrative support

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

InTapp

Chrome River

NetDocs

Job description

Foley & Lardner LLP in Washington, DC is seeking a highly motivated Assistant to support attorneys in the Litigation and Business Law practice groups. The role requires strong administrative skills, confidentiality, and the ability to thrive in a collaborative team environment.

The ideal candidate will have at least three years of administrative experience, preferably in a law firm, and will be proficient with document formatting, client communications, and matter file management.