Job summary
Job post source
This job is directly from Stinson LLP
Job overview
The Legal Administrative Assistant (Immigration) at Stinson LLP supports attorneys and paralegals by managing documents, billing, scheduling, and client communications to ensure efficient legal operations.
Responsibilities and impact
The role involves client billing coordination, legal administrative support including document preparation and case tracking, managing communications, scheduling, travel arrangements, and general administrative teamwork to support legal staff and firm operations.
Experience and skills
Requires a high school diploma or equivalent with 3-4 years of legal administrative assistant experience, strong skills in Microsoft Word, Outlook, and document management tools; law firm experience and prior immigration practice area experience are preferred.
Work environment and culture
The position operates in a professional, fast-paced office environment emphasizing confidentiality, professionalism, teamwork, and a strong customer service orientation with predictable attendance expected.
Team overview
The LAA works under the direction of attorneys and paralegals, reporting to an LAA Supervisor or Team Supervisor as applicable, collaborating with various law firm members.
Job location and travel
The job requires a minimum of three days in the office with no travel expected, working in a professional office setting with standard office equipment.
Unique job features
This role is distinguished by its focus on immigration legal support within a law firm, requiring detailed billing coordination and case management in a dynamic legal environment.
Company overview
Stinson LLP is a prominent law firm offering a wide range of legal services, including corporate finance, intellectual property, and litigation. They generate revenue through client fees for legal consultations, representation, and advisory services. Founded in 1912, the firm has a rich history of mergers and expansions, notably merging with Leonard, Street and Deinard in 2014 to strengthen its national presence. Stinson LLP is known for its commitment to client service and innovative legal solutions.
How to land this job
Position your resume to highlight your 3-4 years of legal administrative assistant experience, particularly emphasizing your proficiency with Microsoft Word, Outlook, and document management tools like iManage, which are critical for this role at Stinson LLP.
Focus on showcasing your client billing coordination skills, including expense reimbursement, invoice verification, and billing edits, along with your ability to manage complex schedules, travel arrangements, and communication with clients and attorneys.
Apply through multiple platforms such as Stinson LLP's corporate career page and LinkedIn to maximize your application visibility and increase your chances of consideration.
Connect on LinkedIn with current Legal Administrative Assistants or team members in the immigration practice group at Stinson LLP; use ice breakers like commenting on recent firm news, asking about their experience with the immigration team, or inquiring about the firm's culture and workflow.
Optimize your resume for ATS by incorporating keywords from the job description such as 'client billing coordinator,' 'legal document preparation,' 'iManage,' 'immigration case tracking,' and 'time entry management' to ensure it passes automated screenings.
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