Job Description

As the Legal Executive Assistant, you will provide dynamic administrative support to a group of litigation attorneys in the DC office of a nationally recognized law firm. You’ll play a critical role in managing a fast-paced workload, facilitating case logistics, and ensuring top-tier client service. From handling filings to coordinating schedules, and managing sensitive documents, this is an opportunity to contribute meaningfully to the success of high-impact legal matters.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide administrative support to a team of highly active attorneys managing complex litigation cases.
• Prepare documents for upcoming meetings, track approaching deadlines, and ensure proper documentation for case management.
• Draft, revise, and format legal documents; prepare materials for court filings and internal use.
• Track and maintain litigation deadlines, assist with court procedures, and coordinate the finalization of legal documents.
• Coordinate team schedules, including arranging detailed, point-to-point travel itineraries.
• Prepare and process expense reports, enter billable time, and maintain accurate records.
• Assist with various administrative tasks and conduct ad hoc research projects as needed.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external contacts to manage logistics, support casework, and maintain smooth operations.

Why You’ll Love Working Here:

• Offers hybrid remote work model.
• An energetic work atmosphere that promotes teamwork and collaboration.
• Community involvement is promoted and supported.
• Competitive compensation package with health, vision and dental insurance, retirement contribution and various benefits.

What We’re Looking For:

• Experienced and resourceful. At least four to five years of litigation-focused administrative legal support experience, ideally within a law firm setting.
• Writing and editing expert. You clearly express ideas in writing and spot grammatical errors in documents. Strong writing and editing skills are essential.
• Detailed. You understand how critical quality work is to a legal case. Organization and an eye for detail are key.
• Flexible. You are open to new challenges as your position grows and develops based on the needs of the team.
• Articulate. It’s essential that you possess strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Calm under pressure. You thrive in fast-paced environments and adapt easily to new tools, procedures, and court requirements.

To apply, please send a resume to legal@hawthornelane.com. 

Essential to Hawthorne Lane’s success is our ability to attract talent from a range of backgrounds. Our network reflects the diverse community around us, and we believe in a workplace where everyone feels valued and empowered to succeed. Applicants will not be discriminated against on 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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