in
Burke+Co

Legal Administrative Assistant - Boutique Law Firm - San Francisco (Onsite)

Burke+Co See More Job Openings by This EmployerArrow
  • Full Time
  • San Francisco, CA
January 22, 2026 Administrative Assistant

Job Description

BURKE+CO.

www.burketalent.com

 

THE GIST:

Our client, a highly-regarded boutique law firm, is seeking a Legal Administrative Assistant to support a Senior Partner based in their San Francisco office. This role will work in conjunction with the Partner's Executive Assistant to oversee all day-to-day administrative functions, documentation & database management, and firm-wide support. The ideal candidate thrives in a team-based culture and will bring their legal and/or professional services experience to the role.


This is a great opportunity to work alongside an impressive legal team with a collaborative, supportive company culture!

 


THE NITTY GRITTY: 

  • Partner closely with the Senior Partner's Executive Assistant to provide administrative support
  • Manage incoming email & phone communications, calendar management, meeting coordination, and travel booking
  • Prepare, revise, proofread, and finalize a variety of legal and business documents, including correspondence and memoranda
  • Maintain and organize electronic files in accordance with firm policies using a document management system
  • Update internal databases and generate case lists and reports as needed
  • Collaborate with other legal assistants and paralegals to meet attorney and client needs
  • Build and maintain professional, cooperative relationships with attorneys, colleagues, and clients
  • Handle confidential and sensitive information with discretion and diplomacy
  • Answer and manage incoming calls in a professional and timely manner
  • Assist with special projects and other administrative functions, as needed 

 

THE ESSENTIALS: 

  • 3+ years of administrative experience in the legal field and/or professional services
  • Experience working for a law firm or legal department highly preferred
  • Bachelor’s degree, associate degree, or legal assistant certification required
  • Experience with database management
  • Team-player and happy to pitch in where they are needed
  • Poised & professional demeanor
  • Experience interacting with clients and exhibiting 5-star customer service
  • High degree of accuracy and attention to detail
  • Stellar written & verbal communication skills
  • Proficient in Microsoft Word & Excel


THE CHERRY ON TOP: 

  • Great work/life balance and benefits
  • Opportunity to join a tight-knit team + room to grow!

 


LOCATION: San Francisco (Onsite - 4 days per week, WFH Fridays)

 


COMPENSATION: Base salary: $70,000/yr - $95,000/yr + benefits (exact compensation will vary based on skills, experience, and expertise)

 

What are you waiting for? BURKE UP! Email your resumes today to hello@burketalent.com

You can view our other open jobs at: www.burketalent.com (Refer a friend + get a taste of our generous referral program!)





Have Questions?

Looking for a job or looking to hire? We're here to help! Get answers to some of the most frequently asked questions about Justia Legal Jobs.