Legal Assistant (Business Law)

Overview

Foley & Lardner LLP is a great place to work because of what we do and how we do it. Here, your unique perspectives, experiences, and abilities will be embraced and developed, so you can excel. Being a part of Foley means having the opportunities and resources necessary to gain experience, advance professional goals, and forge meaningful connections. It’s a place where you can build your career and enjoy professionally satisfying work. We have over 2,300 people who are #HappyatFoley, and we think you will be too. 

 

Foley & Lardner LLP is seeking a highly motivated Assistant to join the team in our Washington, D.C. office. This role supports attorneys in the Business Law and Litigation practice groups by providing high-quality legal and administrative assistance essential to daily operations. The ideal candidate will demonstrate advanced capabilities in judgment, critical thinking, project management, and organization, along with strong proofreading and formatting skills. We’re looking for someone who is detail-oriented, proactive, and committed to confidentiality, with excellent communication and interpersonal skills. A willingness to learn and thrive in a collaborative team environment is essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist attorneys by providing executive level administrative assistance through the performance of complex secretarial and clerical duties including: meeting planning and coordination, client communication, and scheduling, etc.
• Create, organize and maintain electronic client files, follow up on pending matters
• Provide document production services including styling and formatting of documents
• Submit conflicts check(s) and new client matter information through OPEN; prepare engagement letters and assist with client billing as required
• Prepare expense report reimbursement and check requests in Chrome River
• Set up meetings as requested, ensuring all required materials are organized in advance and greet clients/guests as necessary
• Respond appropriately to emails, telephone calls, letters and/or visitors; use resources to resolve and answer routine questions

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required; Associate's or Bachelor's Degree in a related field preferred
• Minimum of three (3) years of experience in an administrative support role required; law firm experience strongly preferred
• Experience supporting business law and/or litigation attorneys preferred
• Experience working in InTapp, Chrome River, and NetDocs preferred #LI-Hybrid

In support of transparency and equity in the workplace, Foley provides salary ranges for all positions. The figures below represent the full compensation range of this position. The actual offered amount will be between the range minimum and midpoint based on the following factors: education, experience, geographic market, and internal pay equity at Foley.Washington DC - $61,900 to $141,000