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Legal Administrative Assistant

USA Alston & Bird
Washington, DC Full Time
POSTED ON 4/21/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/18/2025

Legal Administrative AssistantApply locations Washington DC time type Full time posted on Posted 10 Days Ago job requisition id JR100631THE FIRMAt Alston & Bird, an international law firm, we take pride in our work through impactful communication, collaboration, and community involvement. Our company culture has been recognized for Fortune magazine’s “100 Best Companies to Work For” for 25 years in a row. This accolade, along with many others, fosters a continuous drive for innovation and professional development amongst our employees. Here at Alston & Bird, we have built a foundation of trust, consistency, and humanity that contributes to our overall success.JOB DESCRIPTIONAlston & Bird is conducting a search for a Legal Administrative Assistant to assist Firm attorneys in our fast-paced environment. The Legal Administrative Assistant will perform a variety of administrative duties including typing and revising correspondence, memoranda, documents, time sheets and project work; proofreading and ensuring quality of all document action; telephone and mail distribution; coordinate travel arrangements and maintain files.Essential DutiesAdministrative skillsWord processing skillsHeavy calendaringEvent planningGeneral office procedures and filing techniquesThe capability to concentrate on detail and organize work.The ability to work with a wide spectrum of individuals.Heavy administrative work.Case and project management.Typing, editing and proofreading correspondence and legal documents.Entering attorney time.Billing.Answering telephones and sorting mail.Maintaining client portals.Coordinating travel arrangements.Processing expense reimbursements.Interacting with clients and maintaining files.Must be proficient in MS Word, Outlook, and Excel.Skills Needed to be SuccessfulExceptional administrative and word processing skills.Ability to organize and prioritize numerous tasks and complete them under time constraints with great attention to detail.Able to work well independently while handling complex situations, analytical, and self-starters.Good communication and interpersonal skills, along with an enthusiastic team player attitude and a strong work ethic.Able to proofread typed material for contextual, grammatical, typographical or spelling errors.A minimum of 2 years of prior administrative experience in a law firm is highly desirable.A high school diploma is required; an Associate or Bachelor’s Degree is preferred.EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYERAlston & Bird LLP is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the bases of any status protected under federal, state, or local law. Applicants will be considered regardless of their sex, race, age, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition (associated with cancer, a history of cancer, or genetic characteristics), HIV / AIDS status, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, military and veteran status, or other protected category under the law.The statements contained in this position description are not necessarily all-inclusive, additional duties and responsibilities may be assigned and requirements may vary from time to time.Professional business references and a background check will be required for all final applicants selected for a position.If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability you may contact us at garett.bechdolt@alston.com.#J-18808-Ljbffr

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