Law Firm Seeking Experienced Litigation Practice Assistant in Philadelphia
Salary: Competitive and based on experience
Job Title: Litigation Practice Assistant
Experience: 5+ years of litigation experience required
Location: Philadelphia, PA, United States
Department: Legal Secretary/Practice Assistant
About the Law Firm:
- Kirkland & Ellis is a leading global law firm with over 6,500 employees operating from 21 offices worldwide.
- We are committed to excellence and invest in the brightest talent to create dynamic teams that operate at the top of their field.
- Our core values include collaboration, talent empowerment, service, inclusion, respect, and gratitude.
Job Description:
- The Philadelphia office is seeking an experienced and highly organized Litigation Practice Assistant with a service-first mindset.
- This role involves providing comprehensive support to attorneys and paralegals in a fast-paced, high-demand environment.
- The ideal candidate will have strong litigation experience, exceptional attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities and tasks efficiently and professionally.
Key Responsibilities:
- Administrative Support: Manage complex calendars, coordinate meetings, arrange travel, and prepare expense reports. Serve as the main point of contact for attorneys, clients, and internal teams.
- Customer/Client Service and Teamwork: Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, attorneys, and internal teams. Act as a proactive liaison and collaborate effectively with colleagues across departments.
- Professional Demeanor: Adhere to all Firm policies and maintain a positive, professional, and flexible demeanor when dealing with clients and colleagues.
- File Maintenance: Establish and maintain paper and electronic files in compliance with current Firm policies.
Qualifications & Requirements:
- Education: High school diploma required, Bachelor's degree or Paralegal certificate preferred.
- Work Experience: 5+ years of litigation experience required.
- Skills: Advanced proficiency in MS Word and formatting documents with a minimum typing speed of 55+ words per minute. Experience with Adobe, PowerPoint, and Excel preferred.
How to Apply:
- To complete an application and submit your resume, please click "Apply Now".
- The position is a 3/2 hybrid schedule with the hours of 9:30 am - 5:30 pm, with flexibility for overtime and travel as required.
Equal Employment Opportunity:
- All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, pregnancy or childbirth, personal appearance, family responsibilities, sexual orientation or preference, gender identity, political affiliation, source of income, place of residence, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, age, marital status, military veteran status, unfavorable discharge from military service, physical or mental disability, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law.
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