Legal Practice Assistant - Various Practice Groups & Cities

Benefits / Why Join Us•Los Angeles, DC

8d•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 Legal Practice Assistants to support various practice groups across several U.S. offices. Each position will report to Manager of Legal Practice Support. The positions 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, and the candidates must start no later than June 29, 2026. Current openings will be available in the following offices: Boston Chicago Los Angeles Miami New York Philadelphia Seattle San Francisco Washington D.C. Current openings will be available in the following practice groups: Corporate & Business Transactions International Trade & National Security Investment Management Intellectual Property Labor and Employment Litigation Tax Please note that not all practice groups are available in every office. During the application process, you will be asked to indicate your preferred office location(s) and practice group(s). If selected, as you move through the interview process, we will discuss your interests in more detail and determine potential placement based on your preferences, background, and business needs.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree required
3.5 GPA or higher preferred
One (1) year of internship or professional experience preferred
Two-year commitment expected.
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
A cover letter describing how your values, goals and experience align with the position at Morgan Lewis is required.

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

Morgan Lewis offers attractive benefits and competitive salaries.
Our compensation structure rewards exceptional performance and recognizes the talent and experience that our people gain with each year of service.
We are committed to offering the best and most comprehensive benefits including:
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.
Qualified candidates must apply online by visiting our website at www.morganlewis.com and selecting “Careers.”
Subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable plans and policies then in effect, eligible employees may enroll in: a 401(k) plan, as well as participate in Company-sponsored medical, dental, vision, life, disability, accidental death and dismemberment, business travel accident insurance plans, and health savings and flexible spending accounts for the employee and the employee’s eligible dependents.
Subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable plans and policies then in effect, eligible employees may utilize the Employee Assistance Program, Work/Life Services, Health Advocate, Bright Horizons Back-Up Child Care, and WageWorks Commuter Benefits for the employee and the employee’s eligible dependents.
Employees will also receive: 9 paid holidays per calendar year, 2 personal days per year, and up to 20 days of vacation per year.
In accordance with state applicable law, eligible employees will earn 1 paid sick leave hour for 30 hours worked.
Eligible employees may also take up to five days off for bereavement leave, up to 12 weeks of paid parental leave per year and up to 10 weeks of paid pregnancy disability leave per pregnancy.
Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment.
If hired, employee will be in an "at-will position" and the firm reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation or benefit program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, firm or individual department/team performance, and market factors.