Legal Support Specialist

Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman LLP • Washington, DC

4d • $55,000 - $65,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman LLP is seeking a Legal Support Specialist in Washington, DC. This role involves providing comprehensive administrative and legal support to attorneys, ensuring efficient operations within the legal department. The ideal candidate will be a professional, organized self-starter with excellent attention to detail and strong time management skills, capable of handling confidential information and working effectively in a fast-paced legal environment.

Requirements

• BA/BS degree.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in a legal/administrative or professional setting.
• Professional organized self-starter with the ability to interact with attorneys, staff and clients at all levels in a fast-paced, challenging legal work environment.
• Excellent attention to detail and strong time management skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong technical skills.
• Possess a strong work ethic and the ability to work cohesively within a team environment.
• Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with the appropriate discretion.

Responsibilities

• Attorney time entry and editing pre-bills.
• Creating, revising, and formatting legal documents.
• Preparing expense reports, check requests, and new business memos.
• Handling mailings and creation of binders.
• Entering contacts and maintaining electronic files.
• Assisting with travel arrangements and scheduling meetings.
• Conducting research as needed.
• Providing back-up coverage for other Legal Support Specialists.
• Assisting with special projects as assigned.

Benefits

• Health insurance

What This Job Offers

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