Ballard Spahr LLP has an entry-level opportunity available in the Philadelphia office for a Legal Support Assistant. The selected individual will provide administrative support to Legal Administrative Assistants, possess a mastery of organization skills, assume responsibility with minimal supervision, exercise initiative and judgment to make decisions within the scope of their assigned authority, and champion and practice collaboration with all employees. While not essential, preference will be given to candidates with a work schedule of 5 days a week in the office.
The Legal Support Assistant will assist with general and legal administrative responsibilities such as:
- preparing, formatting, and editing correspondence and documents
- assisting with preparing closing binders
- running reports
- filing documents manually and electronically
- entering time and preparing and submitting expense reports
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Required Skills
Candidates considered will be proactive self-starters; able to work well both independently and within the Legal Support team, demonstrate flexibility in responding to daily workflow demands, and maintain the confidentiality of client and firm matters. Candidates must also maintain a high-quality work product in a fast-paced environment.
Required Experience
Excellent technical, interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills are essential to be successful in this position. Candidates should be comfortable working in a large professional environment, and have a working knowledge of the firm’s computer applications, document management system, and Microsoft Office, particularly with Word, Excel, and Outlook. A High school diploma or equivalent is required, college is a plus, and prior law firm or professional services experience is preferred.
Ballard Spahr is committed to increasing diversity in the legal profession and to supporting the communities where we live and work. People from all backgrounds are valued and integrated into every part of the firm. Diverse candidates including women, people of color and members of the LGBTQAI+ community, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
The Firm is not accepting resumes from search firms for this position.
