Legal Practice Assistant (Global Law Firm)
kay search group
- New York City, NY
- $115,000 per year
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Develop project strategies to ensure efficient completion of tasks
- Coordinate complex travel requests including the procurement of visa-related materials and passport renewal applications
- Consult with the Firm's support departments and internal staff at all levels, verifying the accuracy of completed work
- Coordinate with other Firm offices, both domestic and international
- Assist with Department initiatives and special projects
- Assist with preparing materials for presentations and conferences
- Enter attorneys' time records and submit attorneys' expense reports
- Assist with calendaring and scheduling requests
- Organize and facilitate conference and video calls
- Prepare engagement letters and new matter memos for new clients and matters
- Assist with new-business conflicts process
- Assist in promoting business development, entering business activities and coordinating with Marketing department
- Bachelor's Degree preferred
- 5+ years of related administrative experience in a law or professional services firm
- Understanding or experience working with travel visa and immigration forms a plus
- Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
- Demonstrates effective interpersonal and communication skills, both verbally and in writing
- Ability to work independently
- Ability to handle sensitive matters and maintain confidentiality