Legal Executive Assistant

Dallas. Posted 5 months ago

The role

The Legal Executive Assistant will support a group of Partners and Of Counsel attorneys. This person will coordinate daily activities and provide administrative support and practice coordination.

What you will do

Provide executive support to a group of Partners and Of Counsel attorneys
Manage day-to-day coordination of attorneys' respective practices
Manage complex administrative duties including scheduling, reports, and time entry
Edit documents and respond to routine correspondence
Assist with technical support and process expense reports
Answer telephone calls
Manage client onboarding, billing, and relationship management activities
Organize complex domestic and international travel arrangements
Provide back-up support to peers
Liaise with other firm departments and key stakeholders

Required qualifications

5+ years of relevant experience
High attention to detail in composing, typing, and proofing materials
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with minimal supervision
Exceptional verbal and written communication and people skills
Ability to work independently and with a team
Ability to delegate and manage resources effectively
High degree of initiative and critical-thinking skills
High level of integrity and discretion in handling confidential information
Self-starter
Creative thinker
Highly proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
Ability to quickly learn and utilize industry specific computer applications

Nice to have

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent relevant work experience
Experience in a legal or professional services environment

Benefits

health care
retirement benefits
paid days off, including sick time, and vacation time
parental leave
basic life insurance
Flexible Spending Accounts
discretionary, performance-based bonuses

About the company

Gibson Dunn is a leading global law firm advising clients on significant transactions and disputes. The firm's work is distinguished by a unique combination of precision and vision.