Legal Practice Assistant

Ashurst Perkins Coie; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual discretionary bonus

401(k) plan

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off starts at 20 days

Parental leave

10 paid holidays

Job summary

Ashurst Perkins Coie US LLP is seeking a collaborative Legal Practice Assistant to provide high-level administrative support to first-year associates. You will partner with local offices and practice groups to improve workflows, manage deadlines, and draft complex legal documents with precision.

Join a firm that upholds confidentiality and professionalism, offering opportunities to mentor associates and handle diverse tasks across legal operations, including docketing, filings, and client

Qualifications

• Requires a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Previous law firm experience of seven or more years preferred.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a trusted partner and primary point of contact for assigned first-year associates.
• Collaborate with offices and practice groups to streamline workflows and close support gaps.
• Anticipate needs by proactively managing workloads, priorities, and deadlines.
• Draft, edit, and finalize complex legal documents with high accuracy.
• Manage calendars, travel, meetings, and court deadlines for attorneys.

Skills

Excellent written communication

Verbal communication

Strong organizational skills

Time management

Discretion and confidentiality

Proficiency with Microsoft Office

Webex experience

Collaboration and teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

7+ years law firm experience

Tools

Webex

Document management systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

Drive Operational Excellence

Job Description

Legal Practice Assistant

At Ashurst Perkins Coie US LLP, our people are our greatest asset. We're looking for a collaborative, detail-oriented Legal Practice Assistant to join our team and help deliver an exceptional employee experience.

In this role, the Legal Practice Assistant provides high-level, complex administrative support to first-year associates with minimal supervision as a key member of the Legal Practice Assistant (LPAC) team. This role also partners with local offices and practice groups to strengthen collaboration, develop solutions, and bridge support gaps. As a representative of Perkins Coie, the LPA upholds the firm's reputation by demonstrating professionalism, discretion, and the highest standards of confidentiality.

What You'll Do

• Serve as a trusted partner, mentor, and primary point of contact for assigned first-year associates.
• Collaborate with local offices and practice groups to streamline workflows, close support gaps, and deliver effective solutions.
• Anticipate needs by proactively managing attorney workloads, priorities, and deadlines from start to finish.
• Draft, edit, proofread, and finalize complex legal documents with exceptional accuracy.
• Manage calendars, travel, meetings, and court deadlines to keep attorneys organized and prepared.
• Coordinate court and agency filings, ensuring compliance with all procedural and filing requirements.
• Handle client communications, calls, correspondence, and mail with professionalism, discretion, and urgency.
• Partner with docketing, conflicts, accounting, and other business teams to support seamless legal operations.
• Prepare expense reports, reimbursements, trust documents, notebooks, and other administrative materials.
• Organize meetings, conference logistics, and client events while maintaining electronic and physical files.
• Conduct legal and internet research and support special projects as assigned.
• Accurately maintain time entry and leverage firm technology, including ServiceNow, to manage workflow and productivity.
• Demonstrate reliability, accountability, and flexibility through consistent attendance, clear communication, and effective time management.
• Uphold the highest standards of professionalism, integrity, and client confidentiality in every interaction.

What You'll Bring

• Requires a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Previous law firm experience of seven or more years preferred.

Preferred Qualifications

• Type a minimum of 75 WPM with exceptional accuracy.
• Experience with patent prosecution and trademark law.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including grammar, punctuation, and professional correspondence.
• Strong organizational, prioritization, and time-management skills with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, evolving environment.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office, document management systems, and standard office technology; comfortable using Webex and collaboration tools.
• Solid knowledge of legal terminology, records management, and document retrieval practices.
• Working knowledge of state and federal court rules, administrative procedures, filing requirements, and deadlines.
• Demonstrated technical aptitude with strong analytical and creative problem-solving skills.
• Self-motivated, adaptable, and collaborative, with the ability to build effective relationships across offices and practice groups.
• Experience supporting Perkins Coie First-Year Associates and a strong understanding of the firm's resources, workflows, and support model.
• Proven ability to mentor associates, anticipate needs, identify solutions, and bridge operational support gaps while delivering exceptional client service.

Why Join Ashurst Perkins Coie?

Join a collaborative, high-performing Legal Practice Assistant team where your expertise will help shape the employee experience across our global organization. In this role, if you are passionate about delivering exceptional service and making a lasting impact, you will find meaningful opportunities to grow your career while helping create an outstanding experience for our people.

This position is eligible for an annual discretionary bonus, 401(k) plan, medical, dental, and vision insurance, accrued paid time off plan starting at 20 days annually, personal medical and parental leave, up to 10 paid holidays, and family care benefits. More information regarding benefits and programs may be found.

This position may be filled in the following locations.

Colorado compensation range: $59,950.00 to $107,910.00 annually.

Illinois compensation range: $63,270.00 to $113,890.00 annually.

Washington state compensation range: $63,240.00 to $113,830 annually.

Washington, D.C., compensation range: $68,300.00 to $122,940.00 annually.