Legal Support Assistant

Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld LLP is a leading international law firm with more than 900 lawyers across various regions. They are currently seeking a Legal Support Assistant to provide administrative support to attorneys and project teams within the Public Law & Policy practice, emphasizing superior client service and teamwork. Responsibilities Assist attorneys in daily activities, including drafting and editing documents, arranging travel, preparing travel itineraries, processing expense reports, check requests, scanning, copying, coordinating incoming/outgoing mail, faxes and emails, assisting clients, screening vendors, and practice group coordination Set up and maintain case and client files in document management system Process new business intake and related forms, client bills, and time reports Time entry, answering phones and taking messages, scheduling appointments, practice events, and coordinating meetings and calls for both client and practice group activities Copy, distribute, send (electronically and/or via mail, courier or express service), file and otherwise handle completed work Proofread and redline work for accuracy of copy, format, grammar, punctuation and syntax Research information as requested by clients or attorneys Maintain client contacts and working groups list Coordinate work as needed with office, firm and third-party service departments, including Document Services, IT, Office Services, Conference Services, and Finance Provide back-up assistance, as needed, to attorneys or others in the practice group who require support Accept overflow work from the Office Administrator and the Secretary Coordinators as needed Other duties as assigned Skills Bachelor's degree from a four-year college or university Demonstrated proficiency in WORD, Microsoft Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint Excellent written and oral communication skills, including grammar, spelling and punctuation Ability to type at least 60 words per minute with accuracy Thorough knowledge of MS Office applications including Word and Outlook Strong organizational and time management skills, including the ability to organize self and others Demonstrated strong attention to detail and ability to perform tasks accurately when under pressure Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with appropriate discretion Excellent telephone manner Well developed and professional interpersonal skills including the ability to work independently and as a member of a team, take initiative, set priorities, meet deadlines and milestones for projects and see projects through to completion Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment, meet deadlines, handle multiple tasks, manage attorney expectations, and respond to changing priorities Ability to establish effective working relationships within the office and firm, and with clients, vendors and others outside the firm Willingness and ability to assume new tasks and responsibilities Strong service orientation, and an ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with users, peers, office and firm management, and outside business partners Ability to perform mathematical functions - add, subtract, multiply, divide, work with percentages, etc Commitment to maintaining confidentiality of client and office information, the office and firm, and adhering to the Firm's Core Values Commitment to professional growth One (1) year of related internship or professional services experience preferred Benefits A full range of health and other insurance benefits Financial and/or other benefits (including 401(k) eligibility) A discretionary bonus Various paid time off benefits Company Overview Akin is a global law firm with more than 900 lawyers and advisors who pride themselves on dedication to their clients and their communities. It was founded in 1945, and is headquartered in US, with a workforce of 1001-5000 employees. Its website is Company H1B Sponsorship Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld LLP has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships, with 9 in 2025, 3 in 2024, 4 in 2023, 3 in 2022, 1 in 2021, 4 in 2020. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role.