Legal Assistant

Job Title: Legal Assistant Location: Washington DC Clyde & Co is a leading, sector-focused global law firm with 440 partners, 1800 lawyers, 2500 legal professionals, and 4000 staff in over 50 offices and associated offices worldwide. The firm specializes in the sectors that move, build and power our connected world and the insurance that underpins it, including transport, infrastructure, energy, trade & commodities, and insurance. With a strong focus on developed and emerging markets, the firm has achieved compound average annual revenue growth of 15% over the last ten years, making it one of the fastest-growing law firms in the world with ambitious plans for further growth. The Firm's Washington DC office is seeking an experienced Legal Assistant to support the insurance litigation team. The ideal candidate will be highly motivated and detail-oriented with the ability to multi-task and work independently. Must have knowledge of eFiling procedures for Federal and State Courts. Additionally, excellent spelling and proofreading skills are required. Responsibilities Include Provide administrative support to litigation associates/paralegals Provide exceptional, detailed-oriented skills in reviewing and proofreading correspondence and documents Produce accurate documents and correspondence in a timely manner Ability to file (electronically or by courier service) briefs and other documents with various federal, state, and appellate courts with minimal supervision Manage multiple attorney calendars using Outlook calendars to schedule appointments, meetings, and case related deadlines Maintain electronic files for client matters Preparing shells for various pleadings, discovery, motions, and correspondence Oversee arrangements for in-house and external depositions, including booking court reporters Perform other administrative duties as they arise Requirements Minimum of 5+ years litigation experience in a law firm setting High School diploma or GED required (Bachelors degree or some college preferred) Extensive experience in handling and completing State and Federal eFilings Proficient to advanced user of Microsoft Word and Outlook Proficient to advanced user of PDF programs such as Adobe, Nuance/Kofax, etc. Applicant must be detailed oriented and highly motivated with the ability to multi-task and work independently in a fast-paced environment Impressive command of grammar and punctuation Must have experience with FileSite, iManage, or equivalent document management system Why Join Us? At Clyde & Co, we believe in supporting your professional growth while ensuring you have the flexibility and benefits you need to thrive. Heres what you can look forward to: Hybrid Work Flexibility Enjoy a perfect balance between remote and in-office work. Paid Time Off Generous paid time off and firm holidays. Referral Rewards Earn bonuses for introducing talented colleagues to our team. Mentorship & Career Growth Access strong mentorship, global training programs, and career development support. Engaging Culture Participate in exciting social events, volunteer and community service initiatives, and professional development opportunities. Inclusive Parental Leave Six months fully paid, for all parents regardless of gender or path to parenthood. Wellbeing Benefits $300 per calendar year for a variety of wellness activities as well as Wellbeing Day dedicated to you, free from work, to focus on your mental, physical, and emotional health. Comprehensive Health Benefits Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability, for you and your family. Retirement Benefits Starts on day one and 100% vested. This is the job description as constituted at present; however, the Firm reserves the right to reasonably amend it in accordance with the changing needs of the business. The salary range for this position is $75,000-$85,000. The range for this role takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled. It is not typical for an individual to be hired near the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. The Firm When you work at Clyde & Co, you join a team of 500 partners, 2,400 lawyers, 3,200 legal professionals and 5,500 people in nearly 70 offices and associated offices worldwide. Our values are the principles that guide the decisions we make, unite us in our endeavours and strengthen our delivery, for both our clients and our firm. We work as one, excel with clients, celebrate difference and act boldly. We are committed to operating in a responsible way by progressing towards a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects the communities and clients it serves. We are devoted to providing an environment in which everyone can realise their potential, using its legal and professional skills to support its communities. We do this through pro bono work, volunteering and charitable partnerships, and minimising the impact it has on the environment, including through our commitment to the SBTi Net-Zero standard and the setting of ambitious emissions reduction targets. Our Commitment Clyde & Co is proud to be an equal opportunities employer. Our values encourage us to support fairness, celebrate diversity and prohibit all forms of discrimination in the workplace to allow everyone to excel at work. Therefore, we welcome and encourage all applications from suitably qualified individuals, regardless of background or identity. Learn more about our interview process. A Note on Privacy Please take a moment to read our privacy notice.. This describes what personal information Clyde & Co (we) may hold about you, what its used for, how its obtained, your rights and how to contact us as a data subject. If you are submitting a candidate as a Recruitment Agency Partner, it is an essential requirement and your responsibility to ensure that candidates applying to Clyde & Co are aware of this privacy notice. This is the job description as constituted at present; however, Clyde & Co reserves the right to reasonably amend it in accordance with the changing needs of the business. When you click an apply button, you will be redirected to our careers sign-in page where you can either enter your existing credentials or set up an account with us. If there are no opportunities you would like to apply to, we instead encourage you to join our talent community. Were a global law firm working with businesses at the heart of global trade and commerce. But were so much more than that. Our collective drive, our pursuit of excellence and our ambition to do our best for our clients, and each other has fuelled our growth for over 90 years. Find out more about our firm. Its an exciting time to work with us. With challenging cases, impactful client projects, growing teams and new offices, youll work in a fast-paced environment with rewarding outcomes. Collectively, we strive towards our shared goal of consistently delivering exceptional outcomes and bringing the best out in each other. Explore where you could work with us. Our early careers programmes differ from any other law firm, because of our rich learning experience coupled with our opportunities to work directly with clients. In return, we ask you to bring your ambition and collaborative mind to support the firms continued success and growth. Apply to our early career opportunities With over 65 offices in 26 countries, wherever youre based, youll be empowered to accelerate your career doing interesting, stimulating work, achieving your potential and delivering exceptional outcomes. Discover where we are based. Here, youre in good company. With over 5,500 individuals with offices in every time zone, our drive for success is continuous, reaching across the globe. Our people stay with us because we invest in strong relationships and value shared success. 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