Michael Best & Friedrich LLP is looking for a driven and organized Legal Assistant to join our Milwaukeeoffice. The Legal Assistant will provide onsite (in-office) legal and administrative support to timekeepers in the Transactional practice area. Experience with Transactional work is strongly preferred.

What You'll Be Doing

• Receive and review incoming communications
• Transcribe, type, proofread and finalize legal documents, correspondence, memos, charts, billings and reports from dictation, handwritten or existing documents, as directed by assigned legal staff
• Open new clients and matters
• Process of initial conflicts information; inputting info Firm's new business intake system, and preparing engagement letters to clients
• Communicate with clients as to billing issues and status of matters
• Create reports using Excel
• Prepare letters/emails to clients and vendors
• Enter billable time in billing software; prepare and submit attorney expense reports
• Arrange travel, meetings, conference calls and video calls
• Track and file continuing legal education credits for assigned legal staff
• Manage an active calendar of appointments, meetings, and travel plans on behalf of attorneys
• Compose and prepare confidential correspondence
• Maintain and organize both hard-copy and electronic files
• Respond and resolve questions or concerns from clients and other attorneys in a timely and professional manner
• Prepare and submit attorney expense reports and reimbursement
• Provide assistance in civic, charitable, community, and professional activities

Job Requirements:

Bring Your Best

Knowledge Base & Education:

• High School Diploma or Equivalent Required; Certificate or Undergraduate Degree preferred
• 2-3 years of experience in a legal environment; preferably in the transactional practice
• Advanced Microsoft Office skills
• Technology literacy and willingness to learn new practice technologies and software

Adaptability:

• Ability to learn and embrace new skills and best practices as the position evolves and Firm needs change
• Ability to work quickly and accurately under pressure
• Ability to work well independently as well as effectively within a team
• Ability to organize, multi-task, set priorities, manage time efficiently, and exhibit excellent follow-up

Collaboration:

• Ability to develop relationships and foster teamwork at all levels of the Firm
• Willingness and ability to work proactively in our Team Environment, across various groups and/or locations

Communication:

• Exceptional communication skills; in-person, via phone, via email
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively with a diverse group of internal and external clients, attorneys, and staff
• Ability to manage confidential information and sensitive situations with tact and discretion

Problem Solving Skills:

• Ability and confidence to identify and analyze issues, make decisions, and initiate actions/solutions
• Agility to respond to unexpected challenges, including proactively developing innovative solutions to complex problems while maintaining a professional demeanor

Professionalism:

• Professional demeanor and excellent personal and professional judgment
• Strong organizational and process skills, focused attention on detail, and ability to spot inaccuracies and inconsistencies in documents
• Solid understanding of, and demonstrated ability to comply with, confidentiality requirements

Other:

• Ability and willingness to work in the office 4-to-5 days per week
• Valid authorization to work in the U.S.

The Company

This is an opportunity to work with the Best. We are Michael Best & Friedrich, LLP. We are a full-service law firm with more than 350 lawyers and technical professionals who work in collaborative, interdisciplinary practices to serve clients around the world.

We work with companies in all kinds of industries, as well as trade associations, nonprofits, educational institutions, governments, family trusts, and high-net-worth individuals. Since our firm’s founding in 1848, we’ve continuously evolved to meet our clients’ changing needs and expectations. One thing remains the same: For generations, clients have relied on Michael Best for exceptional legal service and business acumen.

The Location

We have offices in Wisconsin (Milwaukee, Madison, Manitowoc, Waukesha); Illinois (Chicago); Utah (Cottonwood Heights, Salt Lake City). Colorado (Denver, Broomfield); Texas (Austin); and North Carolina (Charlotte, Raleigh, Wilmington); and Washington D.C. Our contemporary offices spaces are ideal for concentration and collaboration supporting our culture of working together to make great things happen for our Clients. This position is located in our Milwaukee, WI Office.

Why You Should Apply

At Michael Best, we are proud to offer a comprehensive and competitive Total Rewards package that provides a variety of resources designed to enhance its employees’ overall well-being, both at work and at home. Competitive base pay, outstanding benefits, opportunities for learning and growth, all programs designed to help you plan for the future, and perks that inspire your downtime are all part of our total compensation package.

To be considered for this position, please submit an application via our online portal.

We are not accepting search firm submissions at this time.

Michael Best & Friedrich LLP, Michael Best Strategies LLC, and Michael Best Consulting LLC (collectively known as "Michael Best") are steadfastly committed to providing equal employment opportunity and maintaining a workplace for employees and applicants for employment that is free from discrimination based upon age, race, religion, color, disability, marital status, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, veteran or military status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, please contact our Recruiting team at 414.225.4999 or careers@michaelbest.com to let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.