Legal Practice Assistant - Investment Management

US Offices & Unit • Boston, MA

32d • Hybrid

About The Position

Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP, one of the world’s leading global law firms with offices in strategic hubs of commerce, law, and government across North America, Asia, Europe, and the Middle East, is seeking a Legal Practice Assistant to support the Investment Management practice group in the Boston office. This position will report to the Manager of Legal Practice Support. This position will be responsible for providing a broad range of administrative and substantive legal support in an environment where collaboration and exceptional client service is emphasized. As part of the ML LawPath® program, each position is responsible for providing a broad range of administrative and substantive legal support to a specific practice group in an environment where superior client service is emphasized. Legal Practice Assistants are offered a unique learning opportunity through practical working experience and direct exposure and engagement with case teams. They are relied upon to actively support attorneys and other legal support staff in ongoing client matters. ML LawPath® endeavors to help Legal Practice Assistants develop a well-rounded skill set and best practices that will foster their success as legal professionals and beyond. Morgan Lewis recognizes the benefits of supporting flexible working arrangements and this position has a hybrid in-office/remote working schedule. Flexibility with overtime is required. A commitment of two years is expected.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree required
• Ability to be proactive and a self-starter
• Ability to think critically and see “big picture” effects
• Superior written/verbal communication skills, strong interpersonal skills, and the ability to work independently and within a team environment are a must
• Exceptional leadership and organization skills
• Proven ability to meet stringent deadlines, adapt to changing priorities, and balance multiple tasks while operating in a fast-paced and dynamic environment
• Ability to manage confidential information with discretion
• Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint
• Flexibility to travel and work evening hours at times as needed

Nice To Haves

• 3.5 GPA or higher preferred
• One (1) year of combined internship or professional experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Managing, organizing and maintaining case and client files
• Coordinating and preparing information, materials, documents, reports, and evidence
• Assisting with the drafting, proofreading, editing, and gathering of factual support for internal and external requests
• Supporting the development and management of case and practice group work product
• Conducting research, fact investigations, and analysis for internal and external requests
• Coordinating communication and planning across attorney teams handling multiple client matters
• Interfacing with clients and may serve as a point of contact for clients
• Participating in supervised client communications to exchange information
• Performing other duties as assigned by the Manager of Legal Practice Support, workflow coordinator and/or attorneys

Benefits

• Medical coverage, with a variety of plans
• Health care and dependent care reimbursement accounts
• Domestic partner coverage
• Parental leave
• Vacation and holiday leave
• Life and accident insurance
• Income protection, including sick leave, salary continuation, and long term disability

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level