Legal Support Assistant

Ballard Spahr LLP; Wilmington (DE); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent benefits package

In-office role 5 days a week

Job summary

Ballard Spahr LLP is seeking an entry-level Legal Support Assistant for our Delaware office. The role involves supporting Legal Administrative Assistants and handling general office duties in a busy environment. Strong organization, independence, and collaborative skills are essential as you work with team members across the office.

The position requires five days in the office, Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; college education is a plus.
• Prior law firm or professional services experience preferred.
• Excellent technical, interpersonal, communication and organizational skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, format, and edit correspondence and documents.
• Assist with preparing closing binders.
• Run reports.
• File documents manually and electronically.
• Enter time and prepare/submit expense reports.
• Perform other miscellaneous tasks as assigned.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Detail-oriented

Time management

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

College is a plus

Tools

Word

Excel

Outlook

Document management system

Job description

Department: UnassignedAbout Us:Ballard Spahr is a renowned national law firm with more than 750 lawyers across 19 offices in the United States. A career at Ballard Spahr offers a diverse group of mentors, colleagues, friends, and strong leadership that provides support and encouragement for career growth.Ballard Spahr LLP is excited to announce an entry-level position for a Legal Support Assistant in the Delaware office. This role offers a fantastic opportunity for individuals eager to kickstart their career in the legal field. The selected candidate will play a vital role in supporting Legal Administrative Assistants while handling various general office duties. Strong organizational skills are essential, along with the ability to work independently and make informed decisions. Collaboration is key, as you'll work closely with team members across the officeThis position requires 5 days in the office, Monday thru Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.Why Join Us?Innovative Work Environment: Become part of a forward-thinking firm that enjoys substantial support and visibility from the firm’s executive leadership.Professional Development: Take advantage of continuous learning opportunities and avenues for career growth.Inclusion: Join a Business Resource Group and share cultural, experiential, or job-related interests, experiences, and/or backgrounds.Impactful Contributions: Play a pivotal role in developing industry-leading solutions that make a significant difference in legal practice and client service.Your Role:The Legal Support Assistant will assist with general office and legal administrative responsibilities such as:Preparing, formatting, and editing correspondence and documentsAssisting with preparing closing bindersRunning reportsFiling documents manually and electronicallyEntering time and preparing and submitting expense reportsOther miscellaneous tasks as assignedWhat We’re Looking For:Growth Mindset: Self-motivated with a passion for continuous learning and problem-solving.Communication: Strong verbal and written communication abilities.Detail-Oriented: Keen attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines independently.Candidates considered will be proactive self-starters; able to work well both independently and within the Legal Support team, demonstrate flexibility in responding to daily workflow demands, and maintain the confidentiality of client and firm matters. Candidates must also maintain a high-quality work product in a fast-paced environment.Required Experience:A high school diploma or equivalent is required, college is a plus and prior law firm or professional services experience is preferred. Excellent technical, interpersonal, communication and organizational skills are essential to be successful in this position. Candidates should be comfortable working in a large professional environment, and have working knowledge of the firm’s computer applications, document management system, and Microsoft Office, particularly with Word, Excel, and Outlook.Ballard Spahr offers an excellent benefits package. A summary of available benefits can be found here in the Careers section of the Firm’s website.Ready to Grow with Us?If you are ready to play a vital role in the Firm’s success, we encourage you to apply and be a part of our commitment to excellence.At Ballard Spahr, we believe that our skills, perspectives, and backgrounds drive innovation and excellence, while our unique culture fosters collaboration and success. Our culture of thriving together forms the cornerstone of how we deliver exceptional service and position our firm for a strong future. We welcome and encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply.Ballard Spahr is an equal opportunity employer. We offer equal consideration to all qualified applicants, regardless of race, ethnicity, religion, age, national origin, handicap or disability, citizenship, sex, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical condition, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, transgender status, sex stereotyping, genetic information, ancestry, veteran status or any other category protected by applicable law.The firm is not accepting resumes from search firms for this position.