Legal Support Specialist

Cooley LLP•New York, NY

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Cooley is seeking a Legal Support Specialist to join the New York General Corporate team. The Legal Support Specialist (Business) will provide complex and specialized administrative support to assigned attorneys and paralegals.

Requirements

After orientation at Cooley LLP, exhibit proficiency in the Microsoft Office suite, iManage and other firm applications
Available to work overtime, as required
4+ years of administrative support experience in a law firm or legal department, preferably specializing in corporate or business practice

Nice To Haves

Ability to navigate and interpret legal procedures and terminology effectively
Bachelor’s degree or business college certificate

Responsibilities

Prepare and revise documents to support timekeepers which may include DocuSign, drafts, oral instruction, redlining, and proofreading end product
Create and maintain files, including electronic files in iManage and Outlook
Prepare new business forms (e.g., conflict sheets, engagement letters, waiver letters) for new and existing clients, while coordinating with business intake & conflicts department
Maintain timekeepers’ calendar, including scheduling and coordinating virtual and in-person client and internal meetings, while proactively resolving scheduling conflicts
Prepare and process invoices, submit expense reports, check requests, travel reimbursements, cell phone reimbursements, and fitness reimbursements using general ledger codes in accordance with accounting/finance department guidelines
Enter time daily in IntApp and maintain appropriate records
Review, distribute, and process prebills
Perform audit letter process
Perform legal research as requested
Maintain timekeepers’ CLE credits and bar admissions/renewals
Make travel arrangements, making recommendations for optimal flights and accommodations, while adhering to the firm’s travel policy
Coordinate with the service center to prepare and arrange messenger service, large-scale mailings, and copy projects
Copy and print documents that are not appropriate to send to the service center
Consistently use the CRM tool to support business development in the firm
Maintain open communication and professional relationships with all assigned timekeepers, team members, and clients
Assist other timekeepers and team members, as needed
Work with, delegate and provide mentorship to practice team assistants as appropriate
Keep abreast of applicable software and procedural changes at the firm
Participate in pilot programs to test and improve technology or workflow enhancements.
Other duties as assigned or required