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Legal Support Specialist
full-time•Alexandria
About this role
McLean, Virginia
Job Description
Primary Responsibilities
Provide administrative support to legal practice coordinators (secretaries) and their attorneys. Including billing support through updating time entry and editing pre-bills.
Creating, revising, and formatting legal documents.
Preparing expense reports, check requests, and new business memos.
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 and the front desk.
Special projects as assigned.
Overtime may be occasionally required.
Required Skills and Abilities
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.
Proficiency with the Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint).
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.
Education and Experience
Minimum of 2 years of experience in a legal/administrative or professional setting.
Bachelor’s degree
Physical Requirements
Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
Must be able to lift 15 lbs at a time.
In office requirement of 4 days per week.
Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman LLP is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
If you require an accommodation in order to apply for a position, please contact us at [email protected].
What you'll do
- Provide administrative support to legal practice coordinators and attorneys, including billing support and document preparation. Assist with travel arrangements, scheduling, and conducting research as needed.
About Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman LLP
Pillsbury is one of the world’s foremost law firms, operating at the intersection of technology innovation, capital and government. From microchips to blue chips, Pillsbury represents clients ranging from entrepreneurs working out of a garage to the largest public and private companies. The firm is known for market-leading transactional, disputes and regulatory practices, with teams of lawyers and business professionals collaborating across disciplines and delivering exemplary client service.
Advising clients across the Americas, Europe, Asia, Africa and the Middle East, Pillsbury is consistently recognized for excellence by Chambers & Partners, The Legal 500, Financial Times and other publications.
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What does a Legal Support Specialist do at Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman LLP?
As a Legal Support Specialist at Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman LLP, you will: provide administrative support to legal practice coordinators and attorneys, including billing support and document preparation. Assist with travel arrangements, scheduling, and conducting research as needed..
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The Legal Support Specialist position at Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman LLP is based in Alexandria, Virginia, United States. Contact the company through Clera for specific work arrangement details.
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