Commercial Litigation Paralegal Assistant

Perkins Coie is looking for a talented and dynamic individual to join our team as a Paralegal Assistant with our Commercial Litigation/Government Contracts group.  Under supervision, this position will assist paralegals, lawyers, and clients with a variety of duties.

As a member of the Perkins Coie business professional support team, this position is also responsible for promoting and maintaining the goodwill and reputation of the firm. In this capacity, the Paralegal Assistant is expected to maintain the highest level of professional conduct and confidentiality.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

This entry-level position will provide critical administrative and paralegal support to specific attorneys in the Government Contracts practice group, including practice and client management activities. As time allows this position will also provide paralegal assistant support to other paralegals and attorneys in the firm. The duties require an individual with skills and experience using a variety of software applications and working knowledge of their available functions (including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, OneNote, and Adobe). The individual will be responsible for performing the following duties, among others:

• Create, compare, format, convert, and edit files from various sources in accordance with attorneys’ instructions ensuring accuracy, consistency, and accessibility.
• Prepare, edit, proofread, and finalize correspondence, client bills, filings, and other documents in a timely and accurate manner.
• Proactively coordinate and follow up with firm personnel in billing, marketing, records, IT, conflicts, and others on issues affecting client matters and attorney activity.
• Review client pre-bills, cross-reference attorney entries, and recommend edits for attorney review.
• Prepare and update client budgets for attorney review and distribute to clients as directed.
• Handle new client/matter paperwork and manage, track, and coordinate client conflicts on an ongoing basis.
• Perform factual research and analysis as requested and prepare tailored work products based on attorneys’ intended use.
• Effectively communicate information orally and in writing to clients, attorneys, and third parties clearly and with a professional tone.
• Manage and monitor attorney file organization, storage, tracking, labeling, and maintenance.
• Locate, organize, and compile documents in preparation for witness interviews, meetings, depositions, hearings, and other events.
• Create, assemble, update, and maintain electronic and hardcopy binders of voluminous documents. 
• Coordinate and schedule trainings, presentations, meetings, travel, reservations, and all other events for attorneys, as requested, including necessary logistics. 
• Assist attorneys with time entry, expense reimbursement requests, calendaring, and other administrative tasks, as needed. 

SCHEDULE

• The standard working hours for this role are from 9:30 AM to 6:00 PM Eastern Time.
• Flexibility with regard to hours worked, including frequent overtime, is required for this position.
• This position offers a hybrid (mix of in office and remote work) schedule.  A minimum of two days per week in office will be required.  More in-office days may be required during initial training period. 

SPECIFIC SKILLS REQUIRED

• Ability to express self effectively, both orally and in writing. 
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail. 
• Ability to type 50 words per minute with accuracy.
• Ability to work in fast-paced environment, handle multiple assignments, and thrive under pressure.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Outlook and Excel.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Requires a high school diploma and a minimum of one year of related work experience, or equivalent. 
• Paralegal Assistant or legal support experience preferred.
• Practice group-specific experience preferred.
• Two-year or four-year degree preferred.
• Paralegal Certificate a plus. 

At Perkins Coie, we look for self-motivated individuals dedicated to providing value and superior service and who have a high degree of integrity and enthusiasm for their work. We have created a company culture based on collaboration, devotion to serving our clients, and mutual respect. Perkins Coie is committed to advancing diversity and inclusion both within the firm and throughout our collective communities. Work with one of the 100 Best Companies to Work For and receive great health insurance, tuition reimbursement, and paid sabbaticals. 

This position is eligible for an annual discretionary bonus, 401(k) plan, medical, dental, and vision insurance, accrued paid time off plan starting at 20 days annually, personal medical and parental leave, up to 10 paid holidays, and family care benefits. More information regarding benefits and programs may be found here. 

This position may be filled in the following location(s).  The compensation depends on qualifications and experience. 

Washington, D.C. compensation range: $51,860 to $73,810 annually 

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