Bilingual Spanish Legal Assistant

Our client, a global law firm located in the downtown DC area is seeking a Bilingual Spanish Legal Assistant to join their growing team.

The Administrative Assistant will be required to perform both document production and administrative support to various partners and associates.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities:

Provide both written and verbal bilingual (English and Spanish) support to attorneys

Protect firm and client confidentiality

Maintenance of Outlook Contacts and Calendar

Ability to schedule Microsoft Teams conference calls and internal/external meetings.

Telephone support to paired attorneys

Monitor incoming mail (distribute or handle appropriately)

Attorney time entry (3E Workspace)

Client onboarding (InTapp new matter memos/engagement letters)

Client billing (3E Proforma) and occasional proofreading in Spanish

Processing of expense reports and invoices through Chrome River

Handle domestic/international travel arrangements

Position Specific Skills and Requirements:

Solid experience in Word, PowerPoint, Excel etc.

Solid organizational skills and electronic record-keeping (i-Manage Work)

Attention to detail

Ability to learn new systems

Strong proofreading skills with attention to detail

Superior soft skills

Effective written and verbal communication

Adaptability and flexibility (accommodate the changing needs of the Firm)

Ability to work well under pressure and meet deadlines in a timely fashion

Strength in problem solving

Strong work ethic

Positive attitude and team player

Education and General Requirements:

College degree

Proficiency in Word, Excel, Adobe Acrobat and PowerPoint

i-Manage document management, a plus

Preferred experience, 3+ years