Legal Administrative Assistant – Business Department

Washington, DC | Full-Time | Onsite

Direct Counsel represents an AmLaw 50 firm seeking an experienced Legal Administrative Assistant to support its Business Department in Washington, DC.

This is an excellent opportunity for a highly organized, detail-oriented legal professional who thrives in a fast-paced law firm environment and takes pride in providing exceptional attorney and client support.

The Role

• Provide comprehensive administrative support to attorneys and department leadership.
• Manage calendars, correspondence, documents, meetings, and competing priorities.
• Prepare, format, and proofread legal and business documents.
• Coordinate deadlines, projects, and day-to-day administrative needs.
• Handle confidential information with professionalism and discretion.
• Support attorneys with client service, research, and business development activities.
• Work collaboratively with attorneys, staff, and management while independently managing assignments.
• Adapt quickly to new technologies, systems, and changing priorities.

Qualifications

• 5 years of relevant law firm experience required.
• Business or securities law experience preferred.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to manage multiple deadlines.
• Highly resourceful, proactive, and service-oriented.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment.
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Experience with iManage, Interaction, Chrome River, Intapp, and legal research tools is a plus.
• Willingness and ability to learn new technology and systems.

Compensation & Benefits

• $80,000–$90,000 annual salary
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) benefits
• Paid time off and sick leave
• Life and AD&D insurance
• Short- and long-term disability insurance
• Parking/transit reimbursement, depending on location
• Employee assistance benefits
• Referral program

Location: Washington, DC — Full-Time, In-Office

If you're an experienced legal administrative professional looking for a stable opportunity with a leading national law firm, this role offers meaningful responsibility, a collaborative environment, and the opportunity to support a sophisticated Business practice.