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Legal Secretary Jobs in Wilmington, DE at McDermott Will & Emery LLP / MWE
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Build your big career with the Firm that doesBig Law better. McDermott Will & Emery is a leading global law firm that brings together more than 1,400 lawyers and 1,200 business professionals. We celebrate excellence, collaboration and community and have been recognized as a top workplace byThe American Lawyer,Working Mother Magazine,Vaultand the Human Rights Campaign.
At McDermott, we don’t just invest in your future, we accelerate your career – wherever it may lead. That includes supporting you both in and outside of the office.
With us, you’ll find:
A Firm where everyone belongs:Our award-winning culture prioritizes warmth and authenticity — we encourage you to be yourself!
Enthusiasm for diverse perspectives:We’re smarter and stronger when everyone has a voice and a seat at the table. We welcome unique viewpoints and ideas, and we make opportunities for you and your career to thrive.
Support to feel your best and do your best:Wellness is integral to building a successful career and a rich life. That’s why our benefits program supports your physical, emotional, mental and financial health, with an emphasis on work/life balance.
Real rewards for real work:We offer generous compensation packages that recognize hard work and excellence.
PositionSummary:
The Legal Secretary performs a variety of administrative support tasks for the assigned attorneys within the Corporate Practice Group and reports to the Office Administrator. This position may perform additional duties and responsibilities relating to the Corporate Practice Group. The Legal Secretary works under general supervision and relies on instruction and guidelines to perform the essential functions of the job.
Essential Functions and Responsibilities:
Prepare, edit and proofread documents including correspondence, agreements, pleadings, spreadsheets and presentations
Set up, organize and maintain paper and electronic filing systems with client documents
Enter attorneys’ billing hours
Coordinate with billing specialist to implement a high-volume, multi-faceted monthly billing structure and ensure proper maintenance of account balances
Coordinate with collections team on extensive client communications
Prepare and maintain expense reports and vendor invoices
Coordinate, schedule, and prepare for client meetings, depositions, mediations and arbitrations, including equipment and catering requests
Conduct detailed client intake, including independent follow-through to obtain all necessary client information; analyze potential conflicts for new clients/matters and the opening of same
Maintain attorney client lists, contacts and calendars
Monitor attorney Outlook inbox and calendar and remind attorney of responses needed and upcoming calendar events
Proactively remind attorneys of impending deadlines and obligations
Job Specifications:
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment
Ability to understand and follow specific and detailed instructions
Ability to understand existing guidelines and make quality, independent decisions based on same
Strong interpersonal and communication skills (oral and written), and professional demeanor and presentation
Strong client service and high-quality standards for services to meet or exceed client expectations
Strong organization skills and attention to detail
Strong problem-solving skills with ability to take initiative and use good judgment
Excell…
Title: Legal Secretary
Company: McDermott Will & Emery LLP / MWE
Location: Wilmington, DE
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