What are the responsibilities and job description for the Legal Administrative Assistant position at LHH?
A highly regarded, mid-sized law firm with a strong national reputation is seeking a Legal Administrative Assistant to support a team of senior attorneys in its Washington, DC office. This is an excellent opportunity for a polished legal admin who enjoys being a trusted partner in a fast-paced, professional environment.
What You’ll Do:
- Support 4–6 attorneys, including senior/shareholder-level professionals
- Manage complex calendars, priorities, and day-to-day administrative needs
- Balance attention across multiple attorneys in a fast-moving environment
- Partner with a regional administrative leader and attorney support team
- Use legal and financial systems to keep work flowing efficiently
Location & Schedule:
- Hybrid: minimum 3 days onsite (Washington, DC)
- Standard office hours, with flexibility as needs shift
- Overtime eligible; availability outside standard hours is important
- Occasional local travel for meetings or training
Ideal Candidates Have:
- Law firm experience supporting attorneys in a fast‑paced environment (4-10 years)
- Background as a Legal Administrative Assistant and/or Executive Assistant, particularly supporting senior professionals
- Experience managing multiple stakeholders, priorities, and shifting deadlines
- Comfort operating at a high-support, high‑touch level without needing an EA title
- Clear, flexible communication style and comfort with evolving tools and technology (AI, Elite/3E)
- Ability to supporting multiple attorneys simultaneously
Salary : $85,000 - $105,000