Legal Practice Operations Specialist

Morrison Foerster; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 53,000 - 74,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Parental leave and family benefits

Wellness program and Talkspace access

Education reimbursement

Job summary

Morrison Foerster is seeking a Legal Practice Assistant to provide comprehensive administrative support to attorneys and paralegals on our Practice Operations team in Washington, DC. You will manage calendars, books travel, handle expenses, and assist with billing and time entry while supporting litigation and transaction workflows.

Ideal candidates have at least 2 years in a law firm or professional services setting, strong communication and organizational skills, and proficiency with Microsoft

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Associate’s degree in business, finance, or a related field preferred.
• Minimum 2+ years’ experience in a law firm or professional services environment.
• Strong communication skills; ability to communicate effectively with all levels in an organization and build relationships.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage large amounts of data.

Responsibilities

• Administrative coordination: format legal documents using firm software and manage calendars.
• Travel arrangements: book domestic and international travel with cost guidance.
• Expense management: prepare reimbursements and handle invoicing workflows.
• Time entry and reporting: input time notes and ensure timely submission.
• Billing: apply timenote changes in billing software and edit narratives.
• Client meeting support: arrange rooms, catering, and tech; send invitations as needed.
• Litigation and case support: assist with trial prep, filings, and document management.
• Boston Financial Transactions Group: assist closings and manage deal documents.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Attention to detail

Time management

Education

Bachelor’s or Associate’s degree in business, finance, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Adobe Acrobat

Document management systems

Job description

Morrison Foerster is seeking a Legal Practice Assistant to provide comprehensive administrative support to attorneys and paralegals on our Practice Operations team in Washington, DC. You will manage calendars, books travel, handle expenses, and assist with billing and time entry while supporting litigation and transaction workflows.

Ideal candidates have at least 2 years in a law firm or professional services setting, strong communication and organizational skills, and proficiency with Microsoft