Legal Practice Assistant - Admin, Billing & Client Growth

WFB Ashurst Perkins Coie US LLP; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 83,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual discretionary bonus

401(k) plan

Medical insurance

Dental and vision insurance

Paid time off (20 days)

Job summary

Ashurst Perkins Coie US LLP is seeking a collaborative Legal Practice Assistant in San Francisco to provide high-level administrative and legal support to attorneys. The role emphasizes confidentiality, discretion, and professionalism while coordinating across departments and shared services.

The LPA will manage calendars, filings, travel, and client communications, draft and edit legal documents, and assist with business development and billing processes.

Qualifications

• Strong command of legal terminology, procedures, and practice-specific requirements.
• Excellent written English with strong proofreading and editing skills.
• Highly organized with ability to manage multiple deadlines and priorities.
• Discretion and confidentiality in handling sensitive information.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and client-specific platforms.

Responsibilities

• Manage calendars, travel, meetings, and communications for attorneys with precision.
• Draft, format, edit, redline, and proofread legal documents and correspondence.
• Maintain organized electronic files and client matter records.
• Support client development activities, CRM data, and events.
• Assist with billing, invoicing, and client onboarding processes.

Skills

Legal terminology

English writing

Organized

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Confidentiality

MS Office

Typing 75 WPM

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

Tools

ECVC

RELU

Job description

Ashurst Perkins Coie US LLP is seeking a collaborative Legal Practice Assistant in San Francisco to provide high-level administrative and legal support to attorneys. The role emphasizes confidentiality, discretion, and professionalism while coordinating across departments and shared services.

The LPA will manage calendars, filings, travel, and client communications, draft and edit legal documents, and assist with business development and billing processes.