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Legal Administrative Assistant

Job Locations US-Washington DC
ID
2026-3555
Category
Administrative/Clerical
Type
Regular Full-Time
FLSA Status
Non-Exempt
Scheduled Hours
40
Workplace
Hybrid

Overview

Foley & Lardner LLP is a great place to work because of what we do and how we do it. Here, your unique perspectives, experiences, and abilities will be embraced and developed, so you can excel. Being a part of Foley means having the opportunities and resources necessary to gain experience, advance professional goals, and forge meaningful connections. It’s a place where you can build your career and enjoy professionally satisfying work. We have over 2,300 people who are #HappyatFoley, and we think you will be too. #LI-Hybrid

 

Foley & Lardner LLP’s Washington D.C. office is currently seeking an Administrative Assistant who will provide support for our Intellectual Property (“IP”) law department. The ideal candidate will have excellent organizational skills, possess good verbal and written communication skills, and superior attention to detail. A successful Administrative Assistant will have the ability to handle tasks in a fast-paced environment, prioritize them in accordance with deadlines, and work with a wide range of constituencies in a polite and professional manner.

Responsibilities

  • Assist with conflict checks, opening new matters, time entry, and billing
  • Assist with managing daily uploads/downloads from client portals
  • Prepare reimbursements using Emburse, coordinate travel
  • Review, scan, file and save incoming mail (documents, e-mails and facsimiles) to Netdocs/Outlook
  • Learn and master specialized IP software to handle IP specific tasks
  • Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

  • High School Diploma or GED required 
  • Minimum of two (2) years of experience in an administrative support role required
  • Prior law firm and Intellectual Property experience, specifically in Patent Prosecution, preferred 
  • Working knowledge of all Microsoft Office platforms preferred

In support of transparency and equity in the workplace, Foley provides salary ranges for all positions. The figures below represent the full compensation range for this position. The actual amount offered will be between the range minimum and midpoint based on the following factors: education, experience, geographic market, and internal pay equity at Foley.

 

Washington D.C. - $63,400 to $88,700

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Foley offers a comprehensive benefit program which currently includes Paid Time Off; Paid Holidays; Medical, Dental and Vision insurance; 401(k) Retirement; Disability and Life insurance; Adoption Assistance; Backup Care for Dependents.

Foley & Lardner LLP is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer/Vet/Disabled

About Foley & Lardner:
Foley is an Am Law 50 law firm consistently ranked among top-tier practices. With over 1,100 lawyers in 27 offices across the United States, Mexico, Europe, and Asia, our market-leading platform includes Corporate, Intellectual Property, and Litigation. Adding depth to our bench strength, we focus on four primary sectors: Energy, Health Care & Life Sciences, Innovative Technology, and Manufacturing. We look beyond the law to focus on the constantly evolving demands facing our clients and act as trusted business advisors to deliver creative, practical, and effective solutions. For nearly two centuries, Foley has maintained its commitment to the highest level of innovative legal services and to the stewardship of our people, firm, clients, and the communities we serve. While respecting our roots, we’re also continuously looking to modernize all aspects of our business and elevate who we are and what we do, which keeps us focused on the future.