Legal Practice Assistant - Dynamic Legal Admin

Holland & Knight; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vis

Life and AD&D insurance

Disability insurance

401(k) and profit sharing

Paid holidays and time off

Job summary

Holland & Knight is seeking a Practice Assistant to provide high-quality administrative support in our Atlanta office. You will assist lawyers and professionals, manage travel, handle billing-related tasks, and maintain accurate document workflows.

The role requires strong MS Office skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree and relevant experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with 4–5 years of experience supporting lawyers and paralegals in admin or client-facing tasks preferred.
• Proficient in MS Office and document management systems.
• Experience with electronic filing and court processes (PACER) is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Communicate professionally with clients, lawyers, and staff via email, phone, and in person.
• Create, draft, format, edit, and manage Word documents, Excel spreadsheets, and PowerPoint presentations.
• Draft routine business correspondence and documents under supervision.
• Schedule domestic and foreign travel through Firm travel system.
• Prepare reimbursements, invoices, and check requests promptly.
• Open new client matters, run conflict checks, and draft engagement letters and scope letters.
• Assist lawyers with time entry, billing, and collection as needed.
• Organize and file documents physically and electronically.
• Coordinate with IT, facilities, accounting, and records departments as needed.

Skills

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Document management systems

Electronic signature tools

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Independent work

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

PACER

Job description

Holland & Knight is seeking a Practice Assistant to provide high-quality administrative support in our Atlanta office. You will assist lawyers and professionals, manage travel, handle billing-related tasks, and maintain accurate document workflows.

The role requires strong MS Office skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree and relevant experience.