Legal Practice Assistant

Troutman Pepper Locke LLP; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Troutman Pepper Locke LLP seeks a diligent Legal Practice Assistant to support the Environmental & Natural Resources practice group. You will manage billing, time entry, and calendar coordination while delivering high-quality client service and maintaining strict confidentiality.

Ideal candidates have a minimum of five years’ related experience, strong Microsoft Office skills, and a Bachelor’s degree. The role involves hybrid work with opportunities to contribute to business development and

Qualifications

• Five years of related experience, preferably in a law firm or professional services.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; work well with diverse teams.

Responsibilities

• Perform specialized administrative tasks for the Environmental & Natural Resources practice group.
• Code and enter time and costs into the firm’s time and billing system.
• Prepare client billing packets and handle invoices with accuracy and timeliness.
• Maintain calendars, arrange travel, and coordinate meetings and events.
• Support client and business development efforts by opening/closing matters and handling conflicts checks.
• Handle confidential client information with discretion and ensure compliance with firm policies.

Skills

Five years related experience

Microsoft Office proficiency

Strong communication skills

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

We are always seeking talented, motivated, growth-minded, and creative individuals. Our firm is committed to providing employee support and advancement, while embracing inclusion and innovation as keys to a stronger future.

The Legal Practice Assistant (LPA) provides administrative support for attorneys and other timekeepers in the Environmental & Natural Resources practice group. The LPA performs a wide variety of administrative tasks and delivers a high level of customer service, while consistently producing an excellent work product. The LPA will anticipate, plan, and proactively meet the business needs of the attorneys and execute assignments demonstrating a general knowledge of the assigned timekeepers' practice areas and clients to ensure extraordinary client satisfaction.

Essential Responsibilities

• Perform highly specialized administrative work for the practice group, demonstrating strong technical proficiency and a solid understanding of firm procedures.
• Develop and maintain a thorough understanding of department objectives, key activities, and requirements to anticipate and proactively address team needs.
• Code and enter timekeepers' time and costs into the firm's time and billing system.
• Coordinate and prepare a high volume of client billing using sophisticated software and procedures, often requiring client-specific instructions and/or multiple revisions.
• Support new client and business development efforts by opening and closing matters and submitting conflicts of interest check requests.
• Serve as a knowledge resource on practice group requirements and firm policies and procedures; share this knowledge collaboratively and help improve processes and procedures.
• Process expense reimbursement requests and invoices in a timely manner.
• Maintain strict confidentiality when handling client matters and personal attorney information.
• Perform tasks related to client billing, including distribution and review of client invoices, and maintaining up-to-date knowledge of client billing requirements.
• Liaise with administrative departments to coordinate all aspects of workflow support for attorneys.
• Prepare routine correspondence, read and route mail, conduct general research, and maintain files.
• Handle complex edits in legal documents.
• Manage calendars effectively, including prioritizing meetings, resolving conflicts, and proactively organizing schedule changes for events and meetings.
• Arrange domestic and international travel and prepare and submit related expense reports.
• Collaborate with internal and external resources, as appropriate, to complete projects and tasks.
• Manage information electronically using the firm's database file management and records management systems.
• Help foster an environment of superior client service, collaboration, commitment, team spirit, pride, and trust.
• Identify and respond promptly to internal and external client inquiries and seek feedback or follow-up as appropriate.
• Maintain attorney bar membership and CLE records.
• Maintain confidential all firm and client information.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to work independently with minimal guidance, solve complex problems and exercise good judgment based on the analysis of multiple sources of information.
• High level of attention to detail and a strong commitment to accuracy in a deadline-driven environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to interact effectively with all levels of firm personnel, clients, and vendors.
• Excellent grammar, punctuation, and proofreading abilities.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects in a deadline-driven environment while working across teams.
• Ability to adapt to changing assignments and priorities.
• Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to provide high-quality service and partner effectively with diverse individuals at various levels within the firm, as well as with clients and vendors.
• Ability to deliver professional, high-quality client service to both internal and external clients.
• Ability to take initiative, set priorities, and drive projects through to completion.
• Ability to work effectively and independently in both hybrid and in-office settings.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and collaboratively to support consistent and efficient workflow processes.

Required Education

• Bachelor's degree or any combination of experience, education or training that demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of the position.

Preferred Education

• N/A

Certification(s)

• N/A

Required Qualifications

• Minimum five (5) years of related experience, preferrably within a law firm or similar professional services environment.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in Environmental & Natural Resources.

Other Information

The Firm will comply with any applicable city or state workplace mandates in effect in regards to Covid-19. This position description is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of the job. The statements contained in the position description are not necessarily all-inclusive and additional duties and responsibilities may be assigned as determined by business needs. This position description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. By applying for this position, you agree and understand that Troutman Pepper Locke will process your Personal Information pursuant to the terms of our Worker and Applicant Global Privacy Notice. If you have questions about our data handling practices, or you are a resident of California, the United Kingdom, or the European Union and wish to exercise your privacy rights, please contact us at [e-mail].

Equal Employment Opportunity

Troutman Pepper Locke adheres to a policy of equal opportunity and will make all employment decisions, which include hiring, promotion, transfer, demotion, evaluation, compensation and separation, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, pregnancy, citizenship, disability, genetic information, marital or armed forces status and any other classification as protected by law.

Compensation

Hiring Salary Range: $70,000.00 - $90,000.00

About Us

Your experience is our difference. We aim to make a tangible and lasting difference for you and your business. As a client of our firm, you can expect us to be ahead of the curve in your industry, start closer to the right answer on your issue, and create more value. What drives you, drives us. Troutman Pepper Locke helps clients solve complex legal challenges and achieve their business goals in an ever-changing global economy. As a firm of more than 1,600 attorneys in 35 offices in the U.S., UK, and EU, including the 10 largest U.S. legal markets, we serve clients ranging from multinational companies to new market entrants across all major industry sectors, and offer differentiated experience in energy, financial services, health care and life sciences, insurance and reinsurance, private equity, and real estate. We put clients first. This service ethic manifests itself in everything we do, including through Troutman Plus, our market-leading client value program. Through Troutman Plus, we collaborate with clients to understand their unique needs and deliver customized solutions that add real value to their business. A true service culture thrives on an inclusive environment of mutual support and collaboration — values we emphasize at every level of our firm. Delivering the best service to you depends on a work environment that embraces respect, inclusiveness, and teamwork, empowering every individual to contribute. The best ideas emerge when everyone has a seat at the table. Corporate responsibility is central to our mission as we reach out to the communities we serve in meaningful partnerships and pro bono work. Individuals and groups firmwide contribute time and talent to the civic, cultural, charitable, educational, and professional organizations that matter to them.