What are the responsibilities and job description for the Legal Support Specialist position at Friedman Williams?
Legal Support Specialist (Business) | Law Firm | Hybrid
I'm working with an outstanding law firm seeking an experienced Legal Support Specialist to support a busy Business/Corporate practice.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys working in a fast-paced, collaborative environment and takes pride in providing exceptional support to attorneys and clients.
What You'll Do:
- Support attorneys and paralegals with document preparation, editing, proofreading, and redlining
- Manage calendars, schedule meetings, and coordinate travel arrangements
- Open new matters, prepare engagement documents, and assist with conflicts and business intake
- Handle time entry, billing, prebills, expense reports, and invoices
- Maintain electronic files in iManage and Outlook
- Assist with legal research, audit letters, CLE tracking, and bar renewals
- Coordinate with internal departments and help support business development efforts through the firm's CRM
- Serve as a trusted member of the legal support team while mentoring junior staff as needed
What We're Looking For:
- 4 years of legal administrative experience in a law firm or in-house legal department
- Corporate or Business practice experience strongly preferred
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and experience with iManage; Intapp experience is a plus
- Exceptional organizational, communication, and proofreading skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities while delivering high-quality work and outstanding client service
If you're looking to join a highly respected firm that values teamwork, professionalism, and career growth, I'd love to speak with you.