Legal Assistant

DEWITT LLP•Madison, WI

23d•Onsite

About The Position

DeWitt LLP is seeking a motivated, adaptable, and service-oriented Legal Assistant for its Madison office. The role provides legal and administrative support to attorneys across multiple practice areas, helping keep matters organized, deadlines on track, and client service at the forefront. The position suits someone who enjoys variety, takes initiative, and is eager to learn new processes and technology while shifting priorities to meet the team's needs. The Legal Assistant prepares and revises legal documents, manages electronic files and records, assists with court filings, monitors deadlines, coordinates meetings, and communicates with attorneys, colleagues, clients, courts, and outside parties. The successful candidate will take ownership of assignments, maintain confidentiality, exercise sound judgment, and contribute to an efficient and positive work environment. The role also involves learning practice-area procedures and collaborating with colleagues throughout the firm as workload needs arise.

Requirements

Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple assignments and meet deadlines.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to demonstrate initiative, sound judgment, and a willingness to take ownership of responsibilities.
Ability to adapt to changing priorities and work effectively across different practice areas.
Curiosity and a genuine interest in learning new skills, systems, and procedures.
A collaborative, team-oriented approach and a willingness to assist others when needed.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and the ability to learn new technology quickly.
Professionalism, discretion, and a commitment to protecting confidential information.
A positive, solutions-oriented attitude and a commitment to providing excellent service.

Nice To Haves

Prior legal assistant, administrative, or professional office experience; relevant transferable experience will also be considered.

Responsibilities

Provide legal and administrative support to attorneys across multiple practice areas, adapting to changing workloads and business needs.
Prepare, format, proofread, and revise correspondence, pleadings, agreements, memoranda, and other legal documents.
Manage electronic files, maintain accurate records, and organize documents in accordance with firm procedures.
Assist with court filings, electronic filing systems, service of documents, and other matter-related administrative requirements.
Monitor deadlines, maintain calendars, and help ensure appointments, filings, and other critical dates are met.
Coordinate meetings, appointments, and other activities while managing competing priorities effectively.
Communicate professionally and responsively with attorneys, colleagues, clients, courts, and outside parties.
Anticipate needs, follow through on assignments, and take ownership of tasks from start to finish.
Learn new practice-area procedures, technology, and workflows to provide effective support wherever needed.
Collaborate with colleagues throughout the firm, sharing knowledge and assisting with workload demands as appropriate.
Maintain confidentiality, exercise sound judgment, and consistently produce accurate, high-quality work.
Identify opportunities to improve processes, solve problems, and contribute to an efficient and positive work environment.
Perform other duties as needed to support attorneys, clients, and the firm.