Legal Executive Assistant

Legal Executive Assistant

• Department: Secretarial
• Employee type: Permanent
• Working designation for the role: Hybrid
• Full time / Part time: Full time
• Location: Philadelphia, PA
• Hours of work per week: 40

Position summary

The executive assistant is responsible for providing high-level, executive and confidential administrative support. This role serves as a central resource for the leader and practice team, connects workstreams across the practice and broader organization, and supports communication with clients and internal stakeholders.

Job duties and responsibilities

• Provide specialized legal support to deliver exceptional client service
• Manage calendars and scheduling with strong attention to detail, including monitoring matter-related deadlines and coordinating internal and external meetings across time zones
• Coordinate with internal teams and external vendors (e.g., IT, travel, office services) to support meetings, events and travel logistics
• Oversee travel planning and execution in coordination with the firm's Travel Department, aligned to attorney preferences and business needs
• Track follow-ups, deliverables and outstanding requests
• Maintain professional, discreet and diplomatic communication with clients and internal stakeholders
• Prepare and distribute schedules, agendas, meeting materials and related communications
• Coordinate and prepare background materials and due diligence for meetings and events
• Draft legal documents, including correspondence, pleadings, memoranda and closing materials
• Build and maintain effective working relationships across all levels of the organization
• Process matter opening forms, track status and ensure timely follow-up and communication
• Support the attorney's financial and client development priorities
• Prioritize and manage multiple incoming requests, including confidential matters, and recommend appropriate actions
• Maintain and update Outlook contacts
• Partner with the Business Center to process expenses
• Prepare and manage timesheets, including drafting entries and follow-up
• Provide onsite support as needed, including client reception, file management and general office support
• Provide support outside standard business hours as needed
• Additional duties as assigned

Corporate tasks as required

• Perform internet research
• Request UCC lien, litigation and bankruptcy searches
• Request and file formation documents with state and county entities
• Maintain paper and electronic files, including estate account records
• Maintain client minute books

Litigation tasks as required

• Manage federal, state and appellate e-filings and schedule remote court appearances
• Coordinate messengers and vendors for filings and deliveries
• Schedule court reporters and manage deposition materials and transcripts

Job duties and responsibilities are not exhaustive and may be supplemented as necessary.

Requirements

Education

• Two years of college or equivalent experience required. College degree or equivalent experience preferred.

Experience

• Five or more years of experience in a high-level administrative support role. Law firm or professional services experience preferred.

Skills

• Strong organizational skills

• Effective time management skills

• Professional communication style

• Problem-solving mindset

• Ownership and accountability

• Attention to detail

• Ability to remain composed in high-pressure situations

• Additionally

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office, including PowerPoint, Excel and Word

• Advanced Outlook skills, including calendaring and task management

• Experience with Zoom and Microsoft Teams

• Ability to handle confidential matters with discretion

• Strong decision-making and prioritization skills

• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines

• Flexibility and adaptability

• Project management experience is a plus

• Other

• Supervisory responsibilities

• None

• Equipment to be used

• Standard office equipment, including computer, telephone, copier and scanner

• Essential job functions

• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

• Ability to use technology and communication tools effectively

• Ability to complete work within established timelines

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

• Ability to adapt to changing priorities

• Ability to perform extended computer-based work

• Ability to exercise sound judgment and discretion

• Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of the organization

• Ability to work a minimum of three days in the office, up to five as needed for team coverage

• Working conditions

• This role requires working in the office a minimum of four days per week. Additional hours beyond the standard schedule may be required.

• Pay ranges

• This represents the presently anticipated low and high end of Reed Smith's pay range for this position. Actual pay may vary based on location and experience.

• This is a non-exempt position. The hourly wage range for this role is 33.62 – 41.28, with an estimated annual compensation range of 65,550 to 80,500, based on expected hours.

• Employee benefits overview

Our comprehensive benefits package includes:

• 401(k)

• Medical

• Health savings account (HSA)

• Virtual health

• Dental

• Vision

• Accident

• Hospital indemnity

• Critical illness

• Life

• Short-term disability

• Long-term disability

• Flexible spending accounts (FSA)

• Lyra Health employee assistance program (EAP)

• Paid family leave (eligibility varies)

• Transportation

• Back-up child care

• College Coach

• Pet insurance

• Paid sick time (exempt staff)

• Paid time off (full-time, non-temporary employees)

• Reed Smith is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

• Qualified candidates only. No search firms.

Location

Philadelphia, PA

1717 Arch Street, Suite 3100, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA, 19103

Benefits

• Medical & prescription coverage

• 401(k) Retirement plan

• Health savings & flexible spending accounts

• Dental & vision coverage

• Paid time off & holidays

• Life & disability coverage

• Mental health support

• Family-building support

• Parental leave programs

• Back-up child care

• Commuter & transportation benefits

• Voluntary benefit options

• Benefits are subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable plan documents and governing law. Eligibility may vary based on employee classification, work location, FTE status, length of service, and other applicable criteria.