About the Firm
Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP is a leading global law firm with offices in New York, Beijing, Hong Kong, Houston, London, Los Angeles, Palo Alto, São Paulo, Tokyo and Washington, . Established in 1884, the Firm currently has more than 1,000 lawyers. On a world-wide basis, the Firm provides coordinated legal advice on the largest and most complex corporate transactions and litigation matters in industries which include financial services, insurance, power and natural resources, consumer products, services, technology, telecommunications, media, pharmaceuticals and healthcare industries. Cross-border finance, banking and bank regulation, mergers and acquisitions, securities issuance and regulation, project and asset based finance, real estate, asset management, joint ventures, taxation, litigation and dispute resolution are important aspects of the Firm’s practice.
H1: Legal Secretary (Entry Level) at a Top Law Firm in Washington, DC
H2: Join Our Team as an Assistant at Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP
Assistant (Entry Level) at a Top Law Firm in Washington, DC
- Full-time, remote-hybrid position with a leading global law firm
- Provides support to assigned attorneys and senior management
- Offers competitive salary range of $60,000 to $70,000 at time of posting
- Non-exempt role with overtime pay eligibility
- Privacy Notice available for information on personal data collection and processing
- Commitment to a collegial work environment with a focus on respect and dignity for all individuals
- Prohibits discrimination and harassment based on various legally protected statuses
- Over 1,000 lawyers globally providing legal advice in industries such as financial services, insurance, and technology
- Offers coordinated advice on complex corporate transactions and litigation matters
- Opportunities for growth and development in various practice areas
Responsibilities:
- Answer and direct multiple phone lines
- Maintain calendars and schedule meetings
- Arrange travel and accommodations
- Process expenses and prepare attorney diaries
- Use office machines for data transmission and document preparation
- Create and maintain attorney files
- Coordinate with Conference Services for meeting arrangements
- Prepare and process client bills
- Create, revise, and proofread legal documents
- Provide backup coverage for other assistants and receptionists
- Perform other duties as assigned
Required Skills:
- Effective communication skills, both verbal and written
- Strong typing ability and knowledge of personal computers and software
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel
- Attention to detail and ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
- Diplomacy and discretion in relaying information
- Organizational and time management skills to meet deadlines in a high-pressure environment
Preferred Skills:
- Basic knowledge of Microsoft PowerPoint
Preferred Experience:
- 2+ years of administrative experience in an office or professional services setting
Required Education:
- High School diploma or GED equivalent
Preferred Education:
- Four-year college degree
Join Our Team:
- We are looking for an ambitious and driven individual to join our team as an Assistant (Legal Secretary) at our top law firm in Washington, DC.
- As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to work with a diverse group of attorneys and senior management, providing support and contributing to the success of our firm.
- We offer competitive compensation and benefits, as well as opportunities for growth and development in various practice areas.
- Join us in our commitment to a collegial work environment where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity.
Apply Now:
- If you have a high school diploma or GED equivalent, strong communication and organizational skills, and proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel, we want to hear from you!
- Apply now to join our team as an Assistant (Legal Secretary) at Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP in Washington, DC.
