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Legal Executive Assistant Group Leader / Office Coordinator

Godfrey & Kahn · Green Bay, Wisconsin Metropolitan Area · 2 wk ago
On-siteAdministrativeFull-time

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

  • Prepare, proofread, and finalize legal documents, correspondence, reports, and other materials.
  • Manage attorney and client communications, calendars, meetings, and business development contact information.
  • Foster collaboration and communication between the Green Bay office and other firm locations.
  • Lead the management and administration of a large volume of time-sensitive communications.
  • Enter new client and matter information and submit conflict checks in a timely manner.
  • Accurately enter and manage attorney time entries.
  • Manage attorney expenses and check requests.
  • Timely filing and maintenance of paper and electronic documents and records.
  • Aid in preparing, reviewing, and finalizing client invoices.
  • Maintain accurate records of timekeepers’ CLE credits.
  • Assist in managing LEA workflow, staffing assignments, workload distribution, and coverage needs.
  • Partner with Practice Group Leaders and Talent on recruiting, onboarding, training, employee development, engagement, and performance management initiatives.
  • Provide leadership, coaching, and support to LEA team members, including conducting performance reviews and facilitating ongoing development.
  • Monitor attendance, overtime, and time-off requests to ensure effective resource allocation.
  • Serve as the primary point of contact for Green Bay office operations, facilities coordination, vendor relationships, office logistics, and special projects.
  • Oversee office events, client visits, and onboarding activities.

Critical Competencies

  • Ability to effectively lead, coach, and develop team members.
  • Strong organizational, prioritization, and time management skills.
  • Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities.
  • Strong work ethic and a willingness to exert more than the minimum effort.
  • Sound judgment, initiative, and problem-solving skills.
  • Commitment to professionalism, confidentiality, and exceptional client service.
  • Strong collaboration skills and a positive, team-oriented approach.
  • Ability to work independently and adapt to changing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
  • Commitment to continuous learning and professional development.

Additional Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience preferred.
  • 2-3 years of administrative support and/or leadership experience in a professional office environment.
  • 3-5 years of Labor and Employment or Litigation LEA experience, including knowledge of court documents, procedures, and filing in administrative agencies and State and Federal Courts preferred.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Work10, and Adobe Pro.

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