What are the responsibilities and job description for the Legal Resource Assistant position at Arnold & Porter?
Arnold & Porter is seeking a Legal Resource Assistant for its Chicago office. This role provides administrative support to attorneys and legal staff in a collaborative, team-oriented environment.
Key Responsibilities
For benefits information, please click here https://www.arnoldporter.com/en/careers/professional-staff/benefits.
As a nonexempt position, this position is eligible for overtime.
The firm may provide a discretionary bonus annually.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare, edit, and proofread legal documents and correspondence.
- Manage attorney calendars and coordinate conference calls, Zoom meetings, and Microsoft Teams meetings.
- Process expenses and invoices through Emburse.
- Coordinate attorney travel arrangements.
- Organize, distribute, and archive incoming mail.
- Maintain electronic and hard copy client files.
- Monitor attorney caseloads, deadlines, and court admissions/renewals.
- Support client and matter onboarding.
- Review and finalize client invoices and coordinate with accounting and e-billing teams.
- Utilize Microsoft Office and other firm applications to complete assignments efficiently.
- High school diploma required; associate’s or bachelor’s degree preferred.
- Strong organizational, communication, and multitasking skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, databases, and internet research.
- Ability to prioritize workload and manage multiple assignments effectively.
- Experience working in a professional, team-oriented environment.
- Flexibility to work additional hours as needed.
For benefits information, please click here https://www.arnoldporter.com/en/careers/professional-staff/benefits.
As a nonexempt position, this position is eligible for overtime.
The firm may provide a discretionary bonus annually.