Legal Support Services Manager — Hybrid & Multi-Office

DLA Piper LLP; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 112,879 - 172,003; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

401(k) plan

Job summary

DLA Piper is seeking a Legal Support Manager to supervise the firm’s Legal Support Services Teams and coordinate workload to ensure seamless attorney‑client service across offices. This hybrid role in our Washington, DC area requires strong leadership, budgeting, recruiting, coaching and policy administration to support the firm’s strategic initiatives.

Applicants should bring at least five years of executive legal support experience with supervisory duties and a high school diploma (bachelor’s

Qualifications

• 5 years’ executive legal support experience with at least two years in a lead or supervisory capacity.
• Strong communication skills and ability to manage multiple projects under pressure.
• Experience in a legal or professional services management setting, or human resources management.

Responsibilities

• Supervise day‑to‑day activities of LSST and coordinate workload.
• Serve as liaison between administrative departments and timekeepers.
• Monitor attendance, approve vacation requests and manage overtime.
• Recruit, interview, train, and mentor LSST members.
• Prepare evaluations and oversee performance reviews.
• Ensure compliance with firm policies and budget management.
• Coordinate meetings and training for LSST staff.

Skills

Excellent communication

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Team leadership

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Bachelor’s Degree

Job description

DLA Piper is seeking a Legal Support Manager to supervise the firm’s Legal Support Services Teams and coordinate workload to ensure seamless attorney‑client service across offices. This hybrid role in our Washington, DC area requires strong leadership, budgeting, recruiting, coaching and policy administration to support the firm’s strategic initiatives.

Applicants should bring at least five years of executive legal support experience with supervisory duties and a high school diploma (bachelor’s