Assistant (Legal Secretary) - Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP
Washington, DC
About the Job
Description/Job Summary
The Assistant (Legal Secretary) is responsible for providing support for assigned attorneys and/or senior management performing a variety of legal secretarial and administrative duties.
Responsibilities/Duties
- Answer multiple phone lines; screen and direct calls them as appropriate
- Maintain calendars, schedule meetings, and arrange conference/teleconference calls
- Make arrangements for travel, transportation and accommodations via Internet and/or through the Firm's travel department
- Process expenses through Firm expense application (Chrome River)
- Prepare attorney diaries through Firm diary application (Intapp)
- Utilize various office machines to transmit data, print, duplicate, fax and PDF
- Create and maintain attorney files using alphanumeric systems
- Coordinate with Conference Services when scheduling meetings for room reservations, food/beverages and audio/visual equipment needs
- Prepare and process client bills, working closely with Billing department
- Create, revise and proofread letters and various legal documents
- Provide backup coverage for other assistants and receptionists
- Perform other duties as assigned
Required Skills
- Ability to effectively present information verbally and in writing
- Ability to type 50+ wpm; skilled typing ability and knowledge of personal computers, software, and related applications
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel
- Basic math skills: addition, subtraction, multiplication, division
- Strong attention to detail
- Must be able to work collaboratively in a team environment
- Ability to use diplomacy and discretion in relaying information
- Can organize, prioritize, plan and multi-task work activities, with the ability to effectively meet deadlines in a high-pressure environment
Preferred Skills
- Basic knowledge of Microsoft PowerPoint
Preferred Experience
- 1 to 2 years of administrative experience in an office or professional services setting
Required Education
High School diploma or GED equivalent
Preferred Education
- Four-year college degree
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