Legal Support Assistant

Jones Day; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Jones Day seeks a Legal Support Assistant to provide comprehensive administrative support for lawyers, paralegals, and staff. Responsibilities include time entry, expense processing, conference and travel planning, file management, and document formatting.

The role requires strong communication, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently or in a team. Hours are 9:00–5:30, Monday–Friday, with occasional overtime.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum one year of work experience, preferably in a professional services organization or law firm.
• Proficient in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Adobe Acrobat.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Exceptional time management and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently or in a close team environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide high degree of administrative support for lawyers, paralegals, and other staff.
• Handle time entry and expense report processing.
• Arrange conferences and travel; manage filing, printing, and copying.
• Manage incoming and outgoing mail; conduct internet research.
• Format and edit documents; perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Outlook

Adobe Acrobat

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Organizational skills

Independent / team work

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Jones Day is a global law firm with 40 offices in major centers of business and finance throughout the world. Covering 19 countries on five continents, our unique governance system fosters an unparalleled level of integration and contributes to our ranking as one of the best in the world in client service.

Jones Day seeks to employ the most qualified people, capable of delivering superior client service through professional excellence and teamwork, for every position in the Firm. We offer competitive compensation and benefits in a stimulating work environment.

Are you interested in the opportunity to work for a global leading law firm that will give you the experience and exposure you need to build your knowledge and skills as well as advance your career? If you are, then Jones Day may be the firm for you.

Summary of Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

As part of a team, the Legal Support Assistant provides a high degree of administrative support for lawyers, paralegals, and other administrative personnel. Primary responsibilities include team coverage, time entry, expense report processing, conference and travel arrangements, file management, printing and copying, managing incoming and outbound mail, internet research, document formatting and editing, and other duties as assigned.

The hours for this position are from 9:00 - 5:30 PM, Monday - Friday. Must be available for occasional overtime as needed.

Required Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum one year of work experience, preferably in a professional services organization or law firm.
• Proficient in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Adobe Acrobat.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Exceptional time management and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently or in a close team environment.

Jones Day is an Equal Opportunity Employer