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Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP, one of the world’s leading global law firms with over 4000 lawyers and staff in 30 offices, is seeking a Legal Practice Coordinator in our Labor and Employment Practice Group reporting to the Manager of Legal Practice Support. This position will reside in the Houston office and will be responsible for providing a broad range of administrative and substantive legal support to the Labor and Employment Practice Group in an environment where superior client service is emphasized. This position is designed to provide an opportunity to develop client relationships, routinely engage with Labor and Employment Practice Group attorneys and legal professionals, and gain significant analytical and project management skills.
This position will reside in our Houston with a hybrid in-office/remote working schedule.
Key responsibilities of this position:
Establishes, organizes, and maintains case and client files.
Manages case and client information manually and digitally through the use of electronic databases.
Assists with drafting, proofing, editing, and filing court pleadings (state and federal) using eFile systems.
Knowledge of subpoena preparation and service of process.
Coordinates the gathering of information, materials, documents, reports, and evidence necessary to respond to discovery.
Assists with the compilation, drafting, proofreading, editing, and gathering of factual support for briefs and dispositive motions.
Supports the development and management of case and practice group deadlines.
Participates in the research and analysis for matters.
Coordinates communication and planning across attorney teams who are handling multiple client matters.
Assists attorneys with the preparation and review of various pleadings, discovery, and document production materials.
Distributes draft documents to attorneys and clients.
Participates in fact investigation, witness interviews, and research into publicly available documents.
Provides administrative support when needed, including, but not limited to, document production, conflicts checks for new matters, business intake materials and expense forms/paperwork.
Interfaces with clients and may serve as the initial point of contact for clients.
Drafts and assists in the preparation of meeting minutes.
Coordinates and participates in day-to-day client management.
Participates in supervised client communications to exchange information.
Knowledge of labor and employment law.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Experience/Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree preferred;
Minimum of five (5) years professional or internship experience, preferably in a professional services industry.
Independent, self-starting, and self-motivated.
Superior written/verbal communication skills, strong interpersonal skills, and the ability to work independently and within a team environment are a must.
Exceptional organization skills.
Proven ability to meet stringent deadlines, adapt to changing priorities, and balance multiple tasks while operating in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
Ability to manage confidential information with discretion.
Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.
Flexibility to travel and work evening hours at times as needed.
Qualified candidates can apply online by visiting our website at www.morganlewis.com and selecting “Careers.”
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