Legal Executive Assistant

Role Overview

We are seeking a seasoned Legal Executive Assistant to serve as a trusted right hand to our partners. This is a high-impact role for a polished professional who thrives on building deep, lasting relationships with attorneys and their clients, and who brings the judgment and initiative needed to anticipate needs, drive matters forward, and deliver seamless day-to-day support.

What You Will Do

Develops and maintains strong, trusted relationships with assigned attorneys and their clients. Acts as a gatekeeper and liaison, prioritizing conflicting demands and handling sensitive matters confidentially, expeditiously, and independently. Anticipates attorneys' needs based on an intimate knowledge of their work habits, preferences, and upcoming commitments.

Why It Might Be a Fit

The ideal candidate has a proven track record of supporting senior-level professionals in a demanding, fast-paced environment and has embraced modern tools—including artificial intelligence—to maximize efficiency across core administrative functions such as email management, scheduling, and document handling.

Requirements

• College degree or equivalent
• Minimum of five years of experience providing direct administrative support to partners, senior executives, or other senior-level professionals, preferably in a law firm or professional services environment
• Demonstrated use of artificial intelligence tools (e.g., AI-assisted email management, scheduling assistants, or document automation) to drive efficiency in day-to-day administrative work
• Expert proficiency with the Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook)
• Proven ability to build and sustain strong relationships with professionals and clients at all levels
• Strong organizational skills reflecting the ability to seamlessly perform and prioritize multiple tasks with excellent attention to detail
• Expert written and verbal communication skills
• Proactive approach to problem-solving, with strong decision-making capability and the ability to work independently with sound judgment
• Ability to conduct research and synthesize information clearly and concisely
• A track record of anticipating needs, exercising discretion, and moving work forward on behalf of the professionals supported

Benefits

• Comprehensive health and well-being benefits
• Personal and professional development
• Career growth opportunities
• Collegial and supportive culture
• Discretionary bonus based on performance