Legal Operations Coordinator

Sidley Austin LLP; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 62,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus eligibility

Comprehensive benefits program

Job summary

Sidley Austin LLP is looking for a Legal Support Assistant in Baltimore, Maryland. This role involves providing administrative and clerical support to attorneys, coordinating workflows, and ensuring timely completion of tasks. The ideal candidate should have at least 3 years of experience, strong organization skills, and proficiency in Microsoft Office.

The position supports a collaborative team and includes responsibilities such as managing schedules, coordinating travel arrangements, and assisting with billing and document management. A commitment to confidentiality and professionalism is essential.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of administrative, legal support, or professional services experience.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment.
• Experience with billing, expense reporting, and matter management systems.

Responsibilities

• Maintain attorney calendars and schedule meetings.
• Coordinate domestic and international travel arrangements.
• Assist with time entry, proofreading, and editing time records.
• Prepare and monitor client billing reports.
• Process new business intake forms and conflict checks.

Skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications

Strong organizational skills

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Ability to manage multiple assignments

Strong interpersonal and client service skills

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience

Job description

Sidley Austin LLP is looking for a Legal Support Assistant in Baltimore, Maryland. This role involves providing administrative and clerical support to attorneys, coordinating workflows, and ensuring timely completion of tasks. The ideal candidate should have at least 3 years of experience, strong organization skills, and proficiency in Microsoft Office.

The position supports a collaborative team and includes responsibilities such as managing schedules, coordinating travel arrangements, and assisting with billing and document management. A commitment to confidentiality and professionalism is essential.