Legal Practice Assistant

Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP, one of the world’s leading global law firms with offices in strategic hubs of commerce, law, and government across North America, Asia, Europe, and the Middle East, is seeking a Legal Practice Assistant to support the Investment Management practice group in the Boston office. This position will report to the Manager of Legal Practice Support. This position will be responsible for providing a broad range of administrative and substantive legal support in an environment where collaboration and exceptional client service is emphasized.

As part of the ML LawPath® program, each position is responsible for providing a broad range of administrative and substantive legal support to a specific practice group in an environment where superior client service is emphasized. Legal Practice Assistants are offered a unique learning opportunity through practical working experience and direct exposure and engagement with case teams. They are relied upon to actively support attorneys and other legal support staff in ongoing client matters. ML LawPath® endeavors to help Legal Practice Assistants develop a well-rounded skill set and best practices that will foster their success as legal professionals and beyond.  

Morgan Lewis recognizes the benefits of supporting flexible working arrangements and this position has a hybrid in-office/remote working schedule.

Flexibility with overtime is required. A commitment of two years is expected.

Key responsibilities of this position may include:

• Managing, organizing and maintaining case and client files; 

• Coordinating and preparing information, materials, documents, reports, and evidence;

• Assisting with the drafting, proofreading, editing, and gathering of factual support for internal and external requests;

• Supporting the development and management of case and practice group work product;

• Conducting research, fact investigations, and analysis for internal and external requests;

• Coordinating communication and planning across attorney teams handling multiple client matters;

• Interfacing with clients and may serve as a point of contact for clients;

• Participating in supervised client communications to exchange information;

• Performing other duties as assigned by the Manager of Legal Practice Support, workflow coordinator and/or attorneys.

Experience and Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree required;

• 3.5 GPA or higher preferred;

• One (1) year of combined internship or professional experience preferred;

• Two-year commitment expected.

• Ability to be proactive and a self-starter;

• Ability to think critically and see “big picture” effects;

• Superior written/verbal communication skills, strong interpersonal skills, and the ability to work independently and within a team environment are a must;

• Exceptional leadership and organization skills;

• Proven ability to meet stringent deadlines, adapt to changing priorities, and balance multiple tasks while operating in a fast-paced and dynamic environment;

• Ability to manage confidential information with discretion;

• Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint;

• Flexibility to travel and work evening hours at times as needed.

**A cover letter describing how your values, goals and experience align with the position at Morgan Lewis is expected.

Benefits / Why Join Us

Morgan Lewis offers attractive benefits and competitive salaries. Our compensation structure rewards exceptional performance and recognizes the talent and experience that our people gain with each year of service. We are committed to offering the best and most comprehensive benefits including:

• Medical coverage, with a variety of plans

• Health care and dependent care reimbursement accounts

• Domestic partner coverage

• Parental leave

• Vacation and holiday leave

• Life and accident insurance

• Income protection, including sick leave, salary continuation, and long term disability.

Qualified candidates must apply online by visiting our website at www.morganlewis.com and selecting “Careers.”

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For positions in Boston, MA, the salary range for this position is: $53,200.00 - $85,150.00.

The base salary or hourly wage range for this position will be determined during the interview process and will vary based on multiple factors, including but not limited to prior experience, relevant expertise, current business needs, and market factors. The final salary or hourly wages offered may be outside of this range based on other reasons and individual circumstances. Additionally, salary or hourly wages may be only part of the total compensation package. The total compensation package for this position may also include a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits (including 401(k) eligibility and various paid time off benefits, such as vacation, sick time, and parental leave), dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment. If hired, the employee will be in an "at-will position" and the firm reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation or benefit program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, firm or individual department/team performance, and market factors.

Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP is committed to equal employment opportunity and providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with physical and/or mental disabilities. We value inclusion and solicit applications from all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, gender, sex, age, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, veteran status, gender identity, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

Pursuant to applicable state and municipal Fair Chance Laws and Ordinances, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

California Applicants: Pursuant to the California Consumer Privacy Act, the following link contains the Firm's California Consumer Privacy Act Privacy Notice for Candidates which explains the categories of personal information that we collect and the purposes for which we use such personal information. CCPA Privacy Notice for Candidates

Morgan, Lewis & Bockius, LLP reasonably accommodates applicants and employees who need them to perform the essential functions of the job because of disability, religious belief, or other reason protected by applicable law.  If you believe you need a reasonable accommodation during the application process, please contact Talent Acquisition at 888.534.5003 or talent.acquisition@morganlewis.com

If hired, your employment relationship with the firm will be on an "at-will" basis, meaning that the firm may modify the terms and conditions of your employment at any time, and that either you or the firm will be free to end the relationship at any time with or without cause and with or without advance notice, although reasonable notice would be expected.