Legal Executive Assistant — Hybrid, Strategic Support

DLA Piper LLP (US); Austin (TX); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

DLA Piper is seeking a Legal Executive Assistant in Austin to support attorneys by managing daily practice operations, drafting and proofreading documents, and coordinating meetings and travel with precision.

This role requires strong administrative skills, discretion with confidential information, and proficiency with Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and legal software. Hybrid work in Austin is offered.

You will collaborate with LSAs and LAAs to ensure timely client service delivery and accurate billing.

Qualifications

• 5 years’ experience in an administrative role within a corporate or legal environment providing support to upper‑level leadership.
• Excellent communication, written and verbal, with clients, lawyers, and business professionals.
• Ability to manage competing demands in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency with Word, PowerPoint, and Excel; experience with research tools and case management software.

Responsibilities

• Manage attorney projects and deadlines, ensuring timely completion.
• Coordinate meetings, travel, and calendar with stakeholders.
• Draft, proofread, and finalize legal documents and presentations.
• Oversee billing matters including prebills and client invoicing.
• Maintain filing systems and document management in the firm’s DMS.
• Mentor LSAs and collaborate with LAAs on complex projects.

Skills

Communication

Discretion

Time management

Multitasking

Professionalism

Client liaison

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Bachelor’s degree in legal studies, business administration, or related field

Tools

Word

PowerPoint

Excel

Case management software

Research tools

AI-powered tools

Zoom

Teams

Job description

DLA Piper is seeking a Legal Executive Assistant in Austin to support attorneys by managing daily practice operations, drafting and proofreading documents, and coordinating meetings and travel with precision.

This role requires strong administrative skills, discretion with confidential information, and proficiency with Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and legal software. Hybrid work in Austin is offered.

You will collaborate with LSAs and LAAs to ensure timely client service delivery and accurate billing.