Legal Staff Legal Secretary in Seattle, WA

Law Firm

Seattle, WA

Legal Staff Legal Secretary in Seattle, WA

Legal Staff

Min 3 yrs required

No

H1: Legal Administrative Assistant - Construction/Commercial Litigation - **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***.

H2: Join a Renowned National Law Firm and Advance Your Career

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- Exciting Opportunity for Legal Administrative Assistant at **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***.
- Work with a Diverse Group of Mentors, Colleagues, and Strong Leadership
- Hybrid Work Schedule with 4 Days in Office
- Continuous Learning and Career Growth Opportunities
- Join a Business Resource Group and Promote Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
- Make an Impact with Industry-Leading Solutions
- Responsibilities in Scheduling, Billing, and File Management
- Minimum 3 Years of Relevant Experience Required
- Excellent Benefits Package and Competitive Salary Range
- Ballard Spahr is Committed to Diversity and Inclusion

**MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***., a renowned national law firm, is currently seeking a Legal Administrative Assistant for their Seattle office. This position is in the Litigation department, specifically in Construction/Commercial Litigation, and offers a hybrid work schedule with 4 days in the office. The selected individual will have the opportunity to work with a diverse group of mentors, colleagues, and strong leadership that supports and encourages career growth.

Why Join Ballard Spahr?

Innovative Work Environment: At Ballard Spahr, you will become part of a forward-thinking firm that enjoys substantial support and visibility from the firm’s executive leadership.

Professional Development: The firm values continuous learning and offers various opportunities for career growth.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion: Join a Business Resource Group and share cultural, experiential, or job-related interests, experiences, and/or backgrounds.

Impactful Contributions: As a Legal Administrative Assistant, you will play a pivotal role in developing industry-leading solutions that make a significant difference in legal practice and client service.

Responsibilities:

The Legal Administrative Assistant will be responsible for maintaining schedules and calendars, making travel arrangements, updating contacts, and working closely with attorneys and billing specialists on complex billing matters. Other responsibilities include new client intake and file maintenance utilizing the firm's electronic records management system, billing, travel coordination, and expense reimbursement, and other administrative tasks as needed.

Qualifications:

The ideal candidate will have a growth mindset, be self-motivated with a passion for continuous learning and problem-solving. Strong communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines independently are also essential. Additionally, the candidate should possess judgement and problem-solving skills, with a strategic and detail-oriented approach.

Required Experience:

This position requires a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience and a high degree of proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and Outlook. Experience supporting attorneys in construction, commercial litigation, and appellate work is preferred, with trial experience being a plus. The candidate must also be familiar with the rules, procedures, and filing requirements of Washington State, federal and appellate courts, e-filing, and the daily operations of a litigation practice. Experience with document management, time and billing systems is a plus.

Benefits:

Ballard Spahr offers an excellent benefits package, including medical, fertility benefits, travel and lodging expenses, prescription drug, dental and vision coverage, life insurance, short and long-term disability, 401(k) retirement savings plan with a firm contribution and match, and a generous paid time off program. Additional benefits provided are health care and dependent care flexible spending accounts, health savings account, paid parental leave, firm-subsidized emergency child and elder care services, family and medical leave, employee assistance program, and a pre-tax transportation program. Time worked in excess of 40 hours per week will be paid at time and one-half of the hourly rate. The salary range for this position is from $80,000 - $95,000 depending upon experience.

Join Our Team:

If you are ready to play a vital role in the Firm’s success, we encourage you to apply and be a part of our commitment to excellence.

Diversity and Inclusion:

Ballard Spahr is committed to increasing diversity in the legal profession and to supporting the communities where we live and work. People from all backgrounds are valued and integrated into every part of the firm. Diverse candidates including women, people of color, members of the LGBTQIA+ community, veterans, and individuals with a disability are encouraged to apply.

Note: The firm is not accepting resumes from search firms for this position. Ballard Spahr is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a culturally diverse environment. The firm encourages applications from a diverse pool of candidates, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, religion, age, national origin, handicap or disability, citizenship, sex, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical condition, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, transgender status, sex stereotyping, genetic information, ancestry, veteran status or any other category protected by applicable law.