Litigation Legal Support Assistant (Hybrid) – Travel & Admin

Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld LLP; Dallas (TX); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld LLP is seeking a Legal Support Assistant to support the Litigation practice in the Dallas office. The role oversees administrative tasks, document handling, travel arrangements, and calendar coordination to ensure efficient operation and superior client service.

The successful candidate will assist attorneys and staff with drafting, proofreading, file maintenance, and coordination of meetings, with emphasis on confidentiality and accuracy in a fast-paced

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Entry-level role; prior relevant experience preferred but not required.
• Proficiency in MS Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint) and ability to work in several software systems.

Responsibilities

• Assist attorneys in daily activities, including drafting/editing documents, scanning, copying, mail/email coordination, client assistance, vendor screening, and practice group coordination.
• Arrange domestic and international travel with the Travel Management Company, secure transportation, arrange hotel/meeting accommodations, and prepare itineraries.
• Set up and maintain case/client files in the document management system.
• Coordinate with Administrative Resource Center on tasks like new client matter requests, client bills, time entry, and expense reports.
• Answer phones, schedule appointments, coordinate meetings, and support events for the practice group.

Skills

MS Office

Typing 60 wpm

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Confidentiality

Interpersonal skills

Independent worker

Adaptability

Client service orientation

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Salesforce

Job description

Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld LLP is seeking a Legal Support Assistant to support the Litigation practice in the Dallas office. The role oversees administrative tasks, document handling, travel arrangements, and calendar coordination to ensure efficient operation and superior client service.

The successful candidate will assist attorneys and staff with drafting, proofreading, file maintenance, and coordination of meetings, with emphasis on confidentiality and accuracy in a fast-paced