Legal Coordinator

Duke Careers • Durham, NC

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Office of Counsel is seeking a Legal Coordinator to support multiple attorneys in a fast‑paced, collaborative environment. In this role, you’ll be a key partner in coordinating legal matters, managing complex schedules, and ensuring that day‑to-day operations run smoothly and efficiently.
You’ll work closely with attorneys, internal partners across Duke, and external counsel—handling confidential information with discretion and professionalism. If you enjoy staying organized, juggling priorities, and contributing to a high‑functioning legal team, this is an opportunity to put your skills to work in a meaningful way.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Four years of administrative or related professional experience
• Strong proficiency with Microsoft applications (PowerPoint and Copilot a plus)
• Ability to manage competing and changing priorities in a fast‑paced environment
• Strong written communication, problem‑solving, and organizational skills
• Collaborative mindset with flexibility, reliability, and a positive, solution-oriented approach

Nice To Haves

• Experience supporting attorneys or working in a legal or in‑house law office environment
• Experience with matter and document management systems, e‑billing tools, and travel/expense systems
• Demonstrated ability to manage high‑volume work with accuracy and attention to detail

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive administrative support to multiple attorneys, including managing complex calendars and coordinating meetings across departments and with external parties
• Open, maintain, and track electronic legal files while ensuring accuracy and confidentiality
• Assist with e‑billing and coordinate with outside counsel as needed
• Prepare, format, and proofread legal documents, correspondence, and presentations with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail
• Coordinate attorney travel, expense reports, and reimbursement documentation in compliance with university policies
• Track and maintain continuing legal education (CLE) records and deadlines
• Provide general office and administrative support and assist with special projects as assigned

Benefits

• Duke offers a competitive benefits package, opportunities for growth, and a culture rooted in inclusion, collaboration, and excellence.
• Duke provides comprehensive and competitive medical and dental care programs, generous retirement benefits, and a wide array of family-friendly and cultural programs to eligible team members.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees