Legal Support Manager

About the role

We are always seeking talented, motivated, growth-minded, and creative individuals. Our firm is committed to providing employee support and advancement, while embracing inclusion and innovation as keys to a stronger future. We invite you to explore the position below and to submit your application to join our team! The Legal Support Manager is responsible for the comprehensive management of legal support services across assigned practice groups and firm offices to ensure attorneys are supported by a well-matched team of skilled legal support professionals -- including Legal Practice Assistants and Legal Administrative Assistants -- sufficient to meet the demands of attorney workload and practice needs. The Legal Support Manager oversees the full employee life cycle for these professionals, encompassing recruitment and selection, onboarding, ongoing development, and retention. The Legal Support Manager role has a cultural leadership dimension, requiring a proactive approach to building a collaborative, high-performing team environment consistent with firm goals. The Legal Support Manager also serves as the primary Legal Support Administration point of contact within the local office.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all aspects of legal support staff management, including hiring, professional development, day-to-day supervision, and performance management—partnering with Human Resources as appropriate.