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Legal Assistant - Corporate
We are seeking aLegal Assistantfor the Corporate department in our Dallas office. As a key member of our team, you will assist in all aspects of the transactional practice including the preparation of various transactional documents, signature page packets, minute books and stock certificates. Strong legal/executive assistant and communication skills are essential. If you have a deep understanding of corporate transactional practice and, strong communication skills, we would appreciate hearing from you. This position will be on-site 5 days/week in our Dallas office.
In this role, you will:
Provide day-to-day legal and executive support for attorneys.
Create and revise client documents, spreadsheets, and forms from drafts and originals.
Assist with monthly closing preparations including editing, proofing and preparation of closing binders.
Perform calendar management.
Process time entry, open new matters, draft engagement letters, process reimbursement expenses, maintain calendars, review and prepare billing invoices, and other administrative duties.
Maintain client files; review and prepare billing invoices and other administrative duties.
Prepare and submit conflicts check forms, screening forms, and new matter request forms.
Exercise excellent judgment to determine priority level of work assigned daily; assure high priority items are completed in a timely matter.
Organize and coordinate meetings, conferences, and travel arrangements.
Assist other legal assistants with overflow and backup as needed.
May be requested to perform other duties not listed above.
What we’re looking for:
At least 6 years of Corporate Legal Assistant experience working in a large law firm or similar setting.
Experience with heavy editing, formatting and comparing lengthy legal documents. - Ability to initiate, draft, edit and finalize correspondence.
Excellent communication skills.
Excellent word processing and organizational skills.
Ability to work as a team member and communicate effectively with all levels of personnel.
Ability to multi-task and strong attention to detail in a highly demanding, deadline-driven environment.
Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite and Adobe Acrobat, including Excel spreadsheets and document handling.
Ability to work overtime as needed.
High School diploma or G.E.D. equivalent.
About Dorsey:
Dorsey & Whitney is an AmLaw 100 international law firm with more than 575 lawyers in 21 offices throughout the United States, Canada, Europe and Asia. We are a premier legal counselor to companies worldwide in a wide range of industries, including banking & financial institutions; development & infrastructure; energy & natural resources; food, beverage & agribusiness; healthcare & life sciences; and technology.
Dorsey offers a competitive pay and benefits package including comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance; domestic partner benefits (for same-sex and opposite-sex domestic partners); a generous paid time off policy; retirement savings plan; profit sharing contribution; paid holidays; paid parental leave, paid volunteer day; adoption assistance; back-up child care program; well-being programs and activities; a 24/7 confidential employee assistance program; and more! (Some benefits are subject to eligibility criteria).
Dorsey values the strength that comes from a diverse and inclusive workplace. It contributes to the success of our people and our clients and enriches our experience. We believe that everyone should feel at home and part of our community. We encourage individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences to apply.
One of our greatest strengths is a friendly, cooperative culture that values and appreciates each individual. Dorsey has received external recognition for our welcoming workplace, including:
Mansfield Certification Plus (Diversity Lab)
Best Law Firms for Women (National Association of Female Executives and Flex-Time Lawyers)
100% rating on the Corporate Equality Index (Human Rights Campaign)
Gold Standard Certification (Women in Law Empowerment Forum)
Top 100 Adoption-Friendly Workplace (Dave Thomas Foundation for Adoption)
Reasonable Accommodations:
Dorsey is committed to providing disability and religious-based reasonable accommodations, as well as pregnancy or lactation-related reasonable accommodations. If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application and hiring process, or if you have questions about a workplace reasonable accommodation, please contact us at 612-492-5178.
How to Apply:
Dorsey & Whitney LLP accepts online applications. Please go to the “Careers” section of the Dorsey website at www.dorsey.com/staffjobs and complete Dorsey’s online application form. We are unable to accept application materials by mail or email.
Dorsey & Whitney LLP is an EEO/AAP/Disabled Vets Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, affectional preference, disability, age, marital status, familial status, status with regard to public assistance, military or veteran status, or any other legally-protected status.
Dorsey & Whitney LLP participates in E-Verify.
Please note that Dorsey is not currently accepting search firm submissions in connection with this opening.
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Office Location:
Dallas, TX