Legal Assistant

Job Description

Job Description

BrownWinick Legal Assistant

Location: Des Moines, Iowa - Onsite

Position Summary

We are seeking proactive, detail-oriented Legal Assistants to support attorneys in our Corporate and Real Estate practice groups. This role is responsible for managing attorney workflows, preparing legal documents, coordinating transactions, and providing exceptional client service. The ideal candidate is highly organized, thrives in a fast-paced environment, and can effectively manage multiple priorities with accuracy and professionalism.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Prepare, format, edit, and proofread legal documents, correspondence, agreements, and closing materials.
• Manage attorney calendars, schedules, deadlines, and client meetings.
• Coordinate corporate and real estate transactions, including tracking deliverables and key deadlines.
• Assist with business entity formations, annual filings, and corporate record maintenance.
• Prepare and organize closing binders, due diligence materials, and transaction documents.
• Maintain client files and document management systems.
• Communicate with clients, lenders, title companies, government agencies, and other transaction participants.
• Monitor incoming communications and ensure timely follow-up on attorney and client requests.
• Support attorney time entry, billing, expense processing, and administrative needs.
• Assist with attorney marketing, business development, and special projects.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

Required

• Associate degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word, Outlook, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Strong organizational, proofreading, and communication skills.

Preferred

• Previous legal assistant or professional services experience.
• Experience supporting corporate, business, transactional, or real estate attorneys.
• Experience with document management, billing, and practice management software.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality work.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines effectively.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Professional judgment and discretion with confidential information.
• Strong client service mindset and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team environment.

Why Join Us?

You'll work closely with experienced attorneys on sophisticated corporate and real estate matters while being part of a collaborative team committed to exceptional client service. This role offers meaningful responsibility, variety, and the opportunity to grow within a professional law firm environment.