Legal Administrative Assistant

Faegre Drinker Legal Administrative AssistantFaegre Drinker has an opportunity for a Legal Administrative Assistant to work with our Labor & Employment (Immigration) practice group in our Washington, DC office. You will be part of a collegial and fast-growing team dedicated to providing a full range of legal administrative support to the assigned lawyers and paralegals in alignment with the firm's core values. This position will work with other talented individuals who share a passion for doing great work in the best interest of our clients.What you would do:The Legal Administrative Assistant must have a solid understanding of immigration processes with governmental agencies and use of firm resources and other available resources to manage immigration actionsUse an immigration case management system to accurately and timely input data, upload documents, run reports, and perform other critical data-related dutiesFollow firm and team best practices for data, filing, templates, and client service and protocolsMaintain and organize physical and electronic case filesReview, organize, file, and communicate correspondence from government agenciesDraft and prepare client letters and correspondences under attorney and paralegal supervisionCommunicate directly by email or phone with corporate clients and vendors, with attorney and paralegal supervisionCollaborate and build strong relationships with colleagues across the firmSchedule meetings, couriers/overnight deliveries, conference calls, and travel arrangementsOther administrative tasks, as assignedWhat is expected:Ability to problem-solve and take ownership of projectsExcellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to communicate effectively in a virtual environment (e.g., via phone, web/videoconference)Ability to communicate effectively and professionally with clients and colleaguesAbility to exercise precise attention to detail, make decisions and work calmly and effectively in a high-pressure, deadline-orientated environmentDemonstrated ability to use good judgment in taking initiative while asking for direction or clarification and consulting others, as appropriateWillingness to be flexible with time and adjust to a changing work environmentAbility to build and maintain positive relationships, both internally and externally, while maintaining a client service orientationAbility to use sound judgment and discretion in dealing with highly confidential informationAbility to maintain stamina throughout a standard workday, on- and off-siteAbility to maintain regular attendance and work regularly scheduled hoursAbility to take direction and accept supervision and feedbackDemonstrated ability to work independently, organize and accurately prioritize work, be detail-oriented, understand when urgency is requiredAbility to work effectively with co-workers in a team oriented collaborative environmentWhat we offer:Flexible working environment for work-life successOpportunity to participate in firm-sponsored volunteer eventsWellness programming with personalized content and activitiesProfessional environment and the opportunity to work with experts at the top of their fieldsVariety of health plan options, as well as dental, vision and 401(k) plansGenerous paid time offThe anticipated initial hourly rate for someone who is hired into this position is $23.75-34.45/hour based on a 37.5 hour a week schedule.Actual initial hourly rate may be above or below the above-identified range and will be based on the relevant skills, training, experience, and other job-related factors, including the location where the position is filled, in all cases consistent with applicable law. This is a non-exempt role paid on an hourly basis with a 37.5-hour schedule work week. The initial hourly rate listed above is just one component of Faegre Drinker's total compensation and benefits package for professional staff, which includes, but is not limited to, a discretionary bonus; life, health, accident, and disability insurance; and a 401(k) plan.What is required:1-2 years of experience as a legal administrative assistant, administrative assistant, or paralegalPrior experience in immigration or labor and employment law preferredExperience at Am Law 50/100 strongly preferredMinimum of high school graduation or GED; paralegal certificate or Bachelor's degree preferredProficiency in Microsoft Office suite (Word, Outlook, Excel and PowerPoint) and a willingness to learn other legal softwareExperience with immigration software (LawLogix, INSZoom) preferred