Legal Practice Coordinator - Telecommunications, Media & Technology

US Offices & Unit • Columbia, DC

2d • Hybrid

About The Position

Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP is seeking to hire a Telecommunications, Media & Technology (TMT) Legal Practice Coordinator. This role is responsible for providing high-level administrative and legal support to the Firm’s TMT practice group, emphasizing superior client service. The position involves engaging with attorneys, legal professionals, and firm staff, and providing analytical and project management support. The TMT Legal Practice Coordinator II also handles delegated projects from the Legal Practice Support Management Team, the Senior Paralegal Specialist – TMT, and TMT Practice Group Attorneys. This position will be based in our Washington D.C. office with a hybrid in-office/remote working schedule. Flexibility to work overtime is preferred.

Requirements

• Proficiency in Lexis-Nexis, Westlaw, West Check.
• Knowledge and proficiency is preferred in FCC Databases, State Commissions Websites, Secretary of State, Other State Agencies.
• Knowledge and proficiency in the following Electronic Filing Databases: FCC, State Commissions E-Filing Portals, Secretary of State, Other State Agencies.
• Strong proofreading skills and exceptional attention to detail.
• Time management and organizational skills to prioritize work.
• Self-starter with a professional demeanor and ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build relationships with a wide range of individuals with differing opinions and diverse personalities.
• Ability to work well under pressure in a collaborative team environment.
• Demonstrated ability to prioritize and balance competing demands and meet deadlines in a fast-paced professional environment.
• Ability to manage confidential information with discretion.

Nice To Haves

• A bachelor's degree (B. A.) from four-year college or university preferred.
• 5 years of professional experience preferred.
• Professional services industry experience a plus.
• Equivalent combination of education and experience.
• CoCounsel Core, other AI Certification a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist in handling electronic filing of documents at the Federal Communications Commission (FCC), other federal agencies, state public utility commissions as well as regulatory authorities in other countries.
• Assist in maintenance of specific client data vital for filings at the FCC and other regulatory agencies and provide support in the management of practice group data and filing systems.
• Assist in the review and electronic distribution of weekly and other practice group updates on new legal and regulatory developments, ensuring timely and accurate communication to clients.
• Assist attorneys with research, preparation and review of various documents, including, but not limited to, in the context of document productions.
• Establish, organize, and maintain manual and electronic matter and client files and databases.
• Liaise with the Firm’s Marketing and Business Departments in support of practice group webinars and other client-facing events on relevant telecommunications regulatory and other related topics affecting the telecommunications industry.
• Support practice group initiatives related to business development, marketing, practice group training, and client engagement.
• Coordinate and participate in day-to-day client and practice management.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

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.
• 401(k) eligibility
• Various paid time off benefits, such as vacation, sick time, and parental leave

What This Job Offers

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