New York - Practice Assistant

ABOUT US

For Business Professionals, Winston & Strawn presents an exciting opportunity to be a part of a leading global law firm. With our commitment to excellence, diversity, a collaborative work environment, and an emphasis on professional growth, Winston offers a platform for individuals seeking to advance their careers in a dynamic and rewarding environment. Winston is known for its collaborative and collegial culture. We believe teamwork is an essential component in providing high-quality legal services and we value the talents and skills of our entire business professional team.

POSITION SUMMARY

T he Practice Assistant provides high-quality administrative support in the office and is responsible for a wide range of administrative and organizational tasks. This position provides direct support to attorneys who require on-site assistance and will work alongside Practice Coordinators to support attorney and client needs. This interactive position requires the ability to receive, assess, prioritize, and execute tasks in a timely and effective manner. It requires a high level of attention to detail, responsiveness, critical thinking skills, and professionalism.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide administrative services support to attorneys with a focus on tasks requiring on-site execution and in person interaction with attorneys and legal support staff.
• Work closely with Practice Coordinators on litigation and transactional practice matters, billing, case management, and business development activities.
• Scan and distribute documents; collect and organize case and deal related documents for attorneys.
• Assist with in-office meeting logistics and preparation, submitting expense reports, and attorney time entry.
• Perform basic word processing tasks include formatting, editing, and revising documents in Microsoft Word.
• Receive, assess, and prioritize projects and tasks - execute or delegate as appropriate.
• Provide clear and timely communication on project and task status and confirm upon completion.
• Other duties as assigned.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

C OMPETENCIES

Adaptability

Quality

Problem Solving / Solution Orientation

Collaboration

Professionalism

Skills

Excellence

Schedule

BENEFITS

Winston offers comprehensive benefits that provide a full spectrum of coverage and support for our full-time employees and their families. Additional information about benefits and rewards can be found here .

S ALARY

N ew York based applicants only : The target annual salary range for this role is currently $60,000 - $70,000 based on a regular, full-time schedule. The amount of compensation offered will be determined by several factors, including but not limited to experience, qualifications, market data and internal equity. To tal compensation includes a comprehensive healthcare benefits package, yearly retirement contribution, and may include an annual discretionary merit bonus.

We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applicants from all backgrounds and experiences . #LI-DC2