Law Firm Department Assistant

About the role

Becker is a diverse, multi-practice, commercial law firm with international affiliates and offices in Florida, New York, New Jersey and Washington, DC. Since 1973, we have been focusing on building a culture that is collaborative, creative, and passionate about growth. We offer a comprehensive benefits package including Employer-Paid benefits, Mental Health coverage, and even a 401k match!

Responsibilities

• Prepare conflict information for submission to the Conflicts Department.
• Draft retainer agreements for final review and approval.
• Manage file organization, including opening and closing files in accordance with departmental protocols.
• Enter and maintain client contact information in the Interaction database.
• Provide general administrative and clerical support as needed, including assembling packages and correspondence.
• Assist with month-end billing processes.
• Serve as the liaison between the regional office and the marketing department, coordinating and representing the firm at events such as seminars, trade shows, workshops, and webinars.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Exceptional interpersonal and customer service abilities.
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail.
• Excellent time management skills, with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Ability to efficiently organize files and manage workflow.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite or similar software.
• Familiarity with iManage, FileSite, and Aderant preferred.

Qualifications

• A High School Diploma required.
• An Associate degree preferred.
• A minimum of two years’ related experience in a law firm or corporate legal department environment required.

Skills

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Exceptional interpersonal and customer service abilities.
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail.
• Excellent time management skills, with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Ability to efficiently organize files and manage workflow.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite or similar software.
• Familiarity with iManage, FileSite, and Aderant preferred.

Benefits

• Employer-Paid benefits.
• Mental Health coverage.
• 401k match.

Pay

Details TBD.

Schedule

Details TBD.