Foley & Lardner LLP is a prominent law firm that values unique perspectives and professional growth. They are currently seeking a Legal Assistant to support attorneys in their Business Law department by performing complex administrative and clerical tasks to ensure efficient legal operations.
Responsibilities
- Assist attorneys by providing administrative assistance through the performance of complex secretarial and clerical duties including: word processing and document production, meeting planning and coordination, client communication, and scheduling
- Interact with persons at all levels in the firm, industry and community; heavy client contact
- Receive and screen telephone calls, letters and/or visitors; answer routine questions and furnish information to inquiring parties
- Schedule appointments and make arrangements for conferences and travel; maintain attorney's calendar and daily docket to ensure that deadlines are met
- Communicate attorney's instructions to various individuals and furnish and obtain information from other attorneys within the practice area
- Create, organize and maintain client files, follow up on pending matters
- Maintain physical and electronic client, research and administrative files utilizing NetDocs
- Interact with clients frequently by responding to their questions and obtaining information as required
- Anticipate attorney's needs and prepare necessary documentation in draft for attorney's review, including miscellaneous correspondence and client billing
- Provide document production services, including styling and formatting of documents
- Proofread all documents and check for appropriate formatting, spelling and grammatical errors
- Prepare documents and packages for mail, messenger and overnight delivery; ensure that all attachments, exhibits and enclosures are intact
- Receive and redirect attorney requests and needs as appropriate to expedite solutions
- Manage incoming and outgoing mail and e-mail
- Submit conflicts check(s) through OPEN
- Enter new client matter information in OPEN and prepare engagement letters
- Prepare expense reports and disbursements forms
Skills
- High School Diploma or equivalent required
- Proficient in the use of Microsoft Word, Outlook, PowerPoint and Excel
- Associate's Degree or Bachelor's Degree preferred
- Experience in an office/legal setting preferred
Company Overview
Foley & Lardner LLP stands at the nexus of the Energy & Infrastructure, Health Care & Life Sciences, Innovative Technology, and Manufacturing Sectors. It was founded in 1842, and is headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts, USA, with a workforce of 1001-5000 employees. Its website is http://www.foley.com.Company H1B Sponsorship
Foley & Lardner LLP has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships, with 1 in 2025, 1 in 2024, 1 in 2023, 2 in 2022, 4 in 2020. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role.