Hawthorne Lane is hiring: Experienced Legal Secretary in Washington

The Washington, DC office of a global powerhouse law firm is seeking a highly professional Legal Secretary to provide support to busy partners and associates. In addition to editing and finalizing legal documents, you will be relied upon to schedule client meetings, coordinate travel logistics, and maintain overall office organization to ensure seamless day-to-day operations. If you are organized, dedicated, and are excited by an opportunity to join a fast-paced, dynamic team that operates in the international sector, this could be the perfect match for you!

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage calendars, coordinate scheduling internal and external meetings, and prepare and review all necessary materials beforehand.
• Coordinate all aspects of domestic and international travel, including flights, hotels, and itineraries.
• Screen and prioritize incoming communications, ensuring timely and efficient responses.
• Provide excellent customer service to internal staff and external clients.
• Maintain monthly financial reports and monitor team expenses.
• Collaborate with paralegals, attorneys, and other legal secretaries to ensure smooth workflow and day-to-day operations.

Why You’ll Love Working Here:

• Opportunity to work in a large, international law firm environment.
• Staff enjoy competitive salaries, benefits, and overtime pay.
• Following onboarding and training, this role provides remote flexibility one (1) day a week.

What We’re Looking For:

• Experienced. You have at least five (5) years of legal administrative experience, ideally supporting attorneys in a large law firm environment.
• Technologically skilled. You are proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Acrobat, and other document management software programs. Strong typing skills are a must.
• Hardworking. You are dedicated, flexible, and go the extra mile for your team.
• Proactive. You thrive in a fast-paced environment, anticipate needs, and adapt quickly.
• Discreet. You handle confidential information with the highest level of professionalism and integrity.

Essential to Hawthorne Lane’s successis our ability to attract talent from a range of backgrounds. Our network reflects the diverse community around us, and we believein a workplace where everyone feels valued and empowered to succeed. Applicants will not be discriminated againston the basis of race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected status.

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