Goodwinprocter

Legal Secretary /Administrative Assistant

Boston

Sponsorship not specified$72k-$92kDetected 15 days ago

ComplianceExcelLogisticsCommunicationCollaborationOrganizational SkillsMicrosoft Office

About the role

Join Goodwin's Global Operations Team, and make a real impact on a global scale.
This is your opportunity to grow professionally in a dynamic, global environment, surrounded by forward-thinking peers.
Are you a proactive and detail-oriented professional looking to make a significant impact in the legal field?

Administrative Support
Document Preparation & File Management
You will be responsible for proofreading and editing legal documents, correspondence, memos, and other communications to ensure accuracy and clarity.
You will assist with the preparation, management, and distribution of audit response letters, and maintain organized, up-to-date client and administrative files in the firm's electronic document management system, ensuring quick document retrieval and compliance with firm policies.
You will open new client and/or matter numbers, maintain and edit matters, perform conflict checks, and prepare engagement letters, coordinating their signing through DocuSign.
You are responsible to facilitate time entry for assigned attorneys and paralegals including input, review, edit and release of time. May support billing process e.g., track billing deadlines, circulate prebills to attorneys for review, etc.
You possess exceptional organizational skills, allowing you to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously with efficiency and precision.
You will manage all aspects of meeting logistics, e.g., booking conference rooms, registering guests, securing equipment, and arranging catering services.

High school diploma/GED required
Your ability to prioritize and handle a variety of responsibilities ensures that deadlines are met and operations run smoothly, even in a fast-paced environment.
You have outstanding communication skills, both written and verbal, enabling you to convey information clearly and effectively.
You have a thorough understanding of the firm's structure and the resources available to you.
You are proactive in identifying areas for improvement within existing processes and procedures.
You can assess situations, accurately identify issues, and prioritize workloads effectively, ensuring that problems are resolved promptly, and operations continue with minimal disruption.

At Goodwin, you will discover your next career opportunity with a rewarding compensation package and comprehensive benefits, including:

Health, dental, and vision insurance
Life and disability insurance
Retirement & Savings Plan
Paid vacation, sick time off, and holidays
Employee wellness and assistance programs
Employee discounts and perks
Additionally, you will prepare and process expense reports and check requests, ensuring accurate documentation for timely reimbursement/payment.
You will provide backup support to other secretaries, including absence coverage and overflow tasks as needed.
You are committed to continuous learning and professional growth.
Benefits and More
At Goodwin, you will discover your next career opportunity with a rewarding compensation package and comprehensive benefits, including:

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