Executive & Legal Practice Assistant
Posted 18 days ago
foster garvey pcSeattle (WA)
Legal Secretaries and Administrative AssistantsOffices of Lawyers
SENIORITY
Senior
SALARY
$80,000 to $110,000 annually
About the role
Foster Garvey PC, one of the Pacific Northwest's leading law firms, is looking for a Executive & Legal Practice Assistant to support the Firm President’s executive leadership responsibilities and legal practice within our Commercial, Intellectual Property & Technology group.
The Executive & Legal Practice Assistant will be responsible for managing projects as assigned by the Firm President and performing a number of administrative and legal support duties.
The ideal candidate is highly self‑motivated, professional, and capable of managing their workload and prioritizing tasks in a fast‑paced law firm environment. We are looking for an outgoing, organized, and detail‑oriented team player. Excellent client service and interpersonal skills are essential, and the ability to make well‑reasoned, effective decisions and manage time efficiently will be crucial to success. Ensuring confidentiality, practicing discretion, and exercising strong judgment are critical to this role.
This position is full‑time, non‑exempt, and based in our Seattle office. A daily on‑site presence is required Monday through Friday during business hours, 8:30 am – 5:00 pm. Occasional overtime may be necessary to accommodate Firm needs.
Responsibilities
Work on assigned projects under the direction of the Firm President and other leadership throughout the Firm
Act as point of contact for key projects, and keep projects on track and on time
Coordinate internal and external meetings
Manage complex calendars
Coordinate both domestic and international travel arrangements
Prepare agendas and materials for meetings
Attend meetings, and take meeting minutes as requested
Help coordinate Firm events and retreats, as assigned
Prepare PowerPoint presentations for executive meetings and other meetings as appropriate
Work cross‑functionally across departments
Other duties and projects, as assigned
Legal Practice duties
Run conflict checks through Intapp Open software
Draft and prepare engagement letters and waivers
Perform administrative duties, including scheduling and preparing legal correspondence
Manage attorney CLE requirements, including enrollment, tracking, and recording
Process expense reimbursements
Prepare, format, proofread, and revise documents and correspondence
Assist in reviewing and finalizing attorney pre‑bills
Provide in‑person support for scanning and copying projects
Manage document execution workflow through Docusign, including preparation, tracking, and follow‑up
Observe attorney‑client confidentiality
Other legal duties and projects, as assigned
Job Requirements
Skills
Advanced Microsoft Office skills, experience with document management systems
Strong organizational, project management, and problem‑solving skills, with the ability to prioritize and multi‑task
Impeccable writing and grammar skills for business communication and document review
Exceptional interpersonal skills; demonstrated professional demeanor and ability to communicate clearly and effectively
Ability to be flexible and adapt to different work styles
Strong initiative with the ability to anticipate needs
Proven ability to handle confidential information and maintain confidentiality and attorney‑client privilege
Demonstrated knowledge and familiarity with common transactional and corporate terms, procedures, and protocols (i.e., contracts and agreements)
Ability to effectively and accurately present information and respond to questions from attorneys, clients, and Firm employees
Commitment to excellent customer service
Act as a liaison between attorneys and other departments of the Firm
Education and Experience
Minimum of 4 years of experience as an Executive Assistant reporting directly to senior management
Bachelor’s degree and 3-5 years of experience in legal or professional services organization OR high school diploma and 5-7 years of experience in legal or professional services organization, or equivalent experience.
Prior experience with liquor licensing, cannabis licensing and other liquor- or cannabis‑related matters is a plus
Legal secretary or paralegal certificate desired
Perks
In‑person and virtual training opportunities.
Collaboration across all Foster Garvey offices.
Workplace Wellness Program, and more.
Salary Range
The pay range for this position is $80,000 to $110,000 annually; however, actual pay may vary depending on the candidate's education, training, experience, location, and other job‑related factors permitted by law.
Other Compensation and Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) retirement plan, match, and profit‑sharing
Commuter allowance
Paid time off plus paid holidays throughout the calendar year
Disability and life insurance
Parental leave
Community service leave
Annual discretionary bonus, and more!
The provision of benefits is contingent on an employee’s ability to meet the eligibility requirements for the various types of benefits as outlined in the benefit plan documents and Firm policies.
Pre-Employment Screening
Any job offer will be contingent upon successful completion of a pre‑employment background screening.
Foster Garvey PC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, national origin, ancestry, religion, age, citizenship, sex, marital status, military or veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, or local law.
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