Legal Practice Assistant: Elite Admin & Coordination

Mayer Brown; New York (NY); On-site; USD 83,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) savings plan

Generous paid time off (PTO)

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Mayer Brown, an international law firm in New York, seeks a Legal Practice Assistant. This position involves providing critical secretarial and administrative support to attorneys. Ideal candidates will have extensive experience in a legal or financial environment, strong communication skills, and excellent proficiency in Microsoft Office.

The role offers opportunities for professional growth within a collegial team environment, where initiative and client service excellence are highly valued.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years' experience as an executive assistant in a legal or financial environment.
• Strong technical and administrative skills to manage duties efficiently.
• Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of the Firm.

Responsibilities

• Provides secretarial support to attorneys, manages their emails and calendars.
• Schedules meetings and coordinates travel arrangements.
• Completes time entries and manages legal documents.

Skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office products

Strong typing skills (minimum 70 wpm)

Knowledge of Microsoft Visio

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Bachelor's degree preferred

Job description

Mayer Brown, an international law firm in New York, seeks a Legal Practice Assistant. This position involves providing critical secretarial and administrative support to attorneys. Ideal candidates will have extensive experience in a legal or financial environment, strong communication skills, and excellent proficiency in Microsoft Office.

The role offers opportunities for professional growth within a collegial team environment, where initiative and client service excellence are highly valued.