Executive Assistant

Hawkins Parnell & Young, LLP is seeking an experienced Executive Assistant to support David R. Johanson, a Senior Partner leading a dynamic national practice. The candidate will work from our Napa, California office. Remote work is possible for a qualified candidate. This position involves active daily contact with the national legal team and clients in a fast-paced environment. Excellent writing and communication skills, and organizational independence are required. Paralegal or legal assistant experience would be helpful. This is a true Executive Assistant role to manage a large national team of approximately 25+ timekeepers for the Senior Partner and to assist him in prioritizing and organizing activities to promote the firm’s clients’ interests. Location: Napa, California (remote work possible). Responsibilities Maintain team and court calendars and keep attorneys aware of key scheduled events and approaching deadlines Scheduling and participating in meetings and videoconferences Communicate by phone, Zoom, and email with clients and vendors, maintaining professionalism and a high level of customer service Assist in the coordination on legal documentation Assist in marketing and client development Oversee organizational efforts regarding electronic files Assist the Senior Partner in prioritizing his workload and entering his billable time Act as a spokesperson for the Senior Partner, subject to direct instructions and general guidelines provided by the Senior Partner Coordinate new client pitches for the Senior Partner and assist him in integrating new clients into his team’s legal practice Required Skills and Experience Three or more years of legal experience or comparable corporate experience. Prior Executive Assistant experience would be helpful although it is not required. HPY offers a competitive salary complemented by a full, comprehensive benefits package, including Medical Insurance, Vision Plan, Dental Insurance, Life Insurance, 401(k) plan, Short and Long-Term Disability, and Profit Sharing. Hawkins Parnell & Young is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr