Legal Administrative Assistant - D.C.
$80k - $90kDirect Counsel
Job Description
Job Description
Legal Administrative Assistant – Business Department
Washington, DC | Full-Time | Onsite
Direct Counsel represents an AmLaw 50 firm seeking an experienced Legal Administrative Assistant to support its Business Department in Washington, DC.
This is an excellent opportunity for a highly organized, detail-oriented legal professional who thrives in a fast-paced law firm environment and takes pride in providing exceptional attorney and client support.
The Role- Provide comprehensive administrative support to attorneys and department leadership.
- Manage calendars, correspondence, documents, meetings, and competing priorities.
- Prepare, format, and proofread legal and business documents.
- Coordinate deadlines, projects, and day-to-day administrative needs.
- Handle confidential information with professionalism and discretion.
- Support attorneys with client service, research, and business development activities.
- Work collaboratively with attorneys, staff, and management while independently managing assignments.
- Adapt quickly to new technologies, systems, and changing priorities.
- 5+ years of relevant law firm experience required.
- Business or securities law experience preferred.
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong organizational, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.
- Excellent attention to detail and ability to manage multiple deadlines.
- Highly resourceful, proactive, and service-oriented.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment.
- Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office , particularly Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
- Experience with iManage, Interaction, Chrome River, Intapp, and legal research tools is a plus.
- Willingness and ability to learn new technology and systems.
- $80,000–$90,000 annual salary
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) benefits
- Paid time off and sick leave
- Life and AD&D insurance
- Short- and long-term disability insurance
- Parking/transit reimbursement, depending on location
- Employee assistance benefits
- Referral program
Location: Washington, DC — Full-Time, In-Office
If you're an experienced legal administrative professional looking for a stable opportunity with a leading national law firm, this role offers meaningful responsibility, a collaborative environment, and the opportunity to support a sophisticated Business practice.
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