Overview
Assistant Jobs in Milwaukee, WI at Foley & Lardner LLP
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Primary Purpose
Under general supervision, provides technical and administrative support to attorneys on simple to moderately complex, confidential legal matters, which if not resolved in a timely and satisfactory manner may result in fines, adverse public relations, or lost business opportunities. Complex matters may require additional review by Senior Legal Admin Associate or management level staff.
Duties and Responsibilities
Maintains timely and accurate calendars and dockets.
Develops and maintains files for large matters of moderate complexity.
Compiles and coordinates work from external sources to produce legal documents under time constraints. Products may be for signature of senior officers and are often submitted to courts, regulatory and other state and federal agencies.
Arranges and monitors meetings; makes travel arrangements; processes complex travel reimbursement requests.
Serves as Department point of contact with senior Company executives, internal clients, outside counsel, officers of the court, and the public in general.
Reviews vendor invoices for accuracy and completeness; prepares voucher requests for payment of invoices.
Performs other duties as assigned (no more than 5% of duties).
Education
H.S. Diploma/GED Required
Experience
3 years Recent applicable legal secretary experience or other relevant experience Required
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Ability to type at least 60 wpm Preferred
Knowledge of networked word processing systems, including templates. Intermediate Required
Willingness and ability to learn document management, legal case management, spreadsheet, and graphics applications. Intermediate Required
Ability to determine current federal, superior, and municipal court administrative procedures applicable to practice of supported attorneys. Intermediate Required
Ability to determine current administrative procedures of state and federal regulatory bodies applicable to practice of supported attorneys. Intermediate Required
Basic knowledge of legal terminology and prior exposure to laws and regulations pertaining to the practice area of supported attorneys. Beginner Required
Ability to think clearly and deal professionally and calmly with others under stressful conditions. Intermediate Required
Proficiency in spelling and grammar, verbal and written use of the English language, prior exposure to proof reading and editing skills. Intermediate Required
Basic understanding of Sempra business objectives and strategic initiatives. Beginner Required
Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Protected Veterans/Disabled
Title: Assistant
Company: Foley & Lardner LLP
Location: Milwaukee, WI
