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Job Description
Other key responsibilities include:
•Performing complete secretarial functions for attorneys and/or paralegals requiring knowledge of format, procedure, and specialized terminology.
•Researching and obtaining a wide variety of information or documents requested by attorneys and/or paralegals.
•Drafting, revising, and submitting client billings. May contact clients regarding delinquent bills.
•Processing expenses and/or invoices for payment.
•Maintaining and tracking inbox and/or calendars for attorneys.
•Coordinating travel arrangements. Updating attorneys concerning mail and phone messages while traveling.
Skills
We’d love to hear from you if you:
•Demonstrate excellent written and verbal communication skills in English & Arabic.
•Exhibit well-developed and professional interpersonal skills; ability to interact effectively with people at all organizational levels of the Firm.
•Possess knowledge and proficiency in PC applications required, including word processing (MS Word) and spreadsheet software.
And have:
•A college degree or equivalent
•Secretarial/support assistance experience and ability to interpret law office policies and procedures and produce accurate legal documents with minimal supervision
Successful candidates will not only be provided with an outstanding career opportunity and welcoming environment, but will also be provided with a generous total compensation package with bonuses awarded in recognition of both individual and firm performance. Eligible employees can participate in Latham’s comprehensive benefit program which includes:
•Health insurance as well as group income protection and life assurance
•A pension plan
•Wellness programs
•Employee discounts
•And more!
Additionally, we have a range of diversity programming including Global Affinity Groups. These groups provide a firmwide platform to share experiences and advice as well as an opportunity to participate in a supportive network with common interests to help make life at the firm even better.
Latham & Watkins is committed to diversity, equal opportunity, sustainability, and pro bono legal services. We draw from a remarkable wealth of talent to create one of the world’s leading law firms, and advance these commitments through the work of our Global Citizenship department. Our lawyers, paralegals, and professional staff worldwide comprise a rich mixture of different races, ethnic backgrounds, religions, sexual orientations, cultures, and primary languages. Our diversity makes us who we are.