The Position

Michael Best & Friedrich is expecting some exciting growth in 2021! We have opened this resume database for Legal Assistants so we can connect with fantastic talent looking to join our Firm. Please note: by entering your application here, you are not applying for an open position; however, as we post specific openings, we will contact qualified candidates from this resume database based on the preferred office location, preferred practice areas, and years of relevant experience entered by the applicant.

Our Legal Assistants work from fun, collaborative offices, supporting our amazing attorneys and paralegals across the country. Our unique team structure allows for flexibility and support of a peer group as you each foster great relationships with your assigned attorneys. This team structure also allows us to hire a variety of experience levels on each team - our systems and training processes provides great on-the-job learning experiences.

What You'll Be Doing

• Transcribing, typing, proofreading and finalizing legal documents, correspondence, memos, charts, billing/invoices, and reports
• Preparing and submitting expense reports, proformas, and timecard entry support
• Assisting with filing - electronic or paper-based documentation
• Receiving and reviewing incoming documents
• Uploading documents to firm's Extranet for client's use
• Client billing support, including: coding, entering task codes, and conducting client portal maintenance
• Communicating billing issues and matter status items to clients
• Preparing documents for filing, researching application or filing statuses
• Navigating and requesting research from internal or external sources
• Using practice area-specific websites and portals (court case portals, trademark office systems, etc.)
• Coordinating meetings across multiple persons and platforms (Outlook, Zoom, Teams, BlueJeans, Webex, etc.)
• Opening of new clients, new matters, conducting conflict checks, NBI, and subcase/new matters
• Assisting with preparation of new client proposals
• Leveraging software applications, i.e. Visio, Chem Draw, OneNote, Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Managing an extremely active calendar of appointments, agendas, meetings, and travel plans for multiple attorneys
• Coordinating travel, meetings, and conference call arrangements for attorneys
• Other administrative and support activities, as assigned

Bring Your Best

The requirements for any specific opening shall be listed on each posting, specific to the practice area and required experience level needed in that specific team. Generally speaking, all of our Legal Assistants positions will have these minimum requirements; and some posting may have more advanced requirements:

• HS/HSED is required; trade school, technical diploma/certificate or college preferred, but not necessary
• Excellent client service mindset and customer service skills
• Ability to excel in a team-oriented, detail-oriented, collaborative, and fast-paced professional environment
• Strong computing skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
• Excellent oral and written communications skills
• Strong proofreading, typing (WPM) and transcription/dictation skills
• Relevant legal assistant and practice area experience is helpful, but not always necessary
• Prior experience using software platforms (e.g.: Anaqua, iManage, OneNote, ChromeRiver, Visio) is helpful, but not always necessary
• Valid authorization to work in the U.S.

The Company

This is an opportunity to work with the Best. We are Michael Best & Friedrich, LLP. We are a full-service law firm with more than 350 lawyers and technical professionals who work in collaborative, interdisciplinary practices to serve clients around the world. Our practice areas include Intellectual Property, Litigation, Labor & Employment, and Transactional law.

We work with companies in all kinds of industries, as well as trade associations, nonprofits, educational institutions, governments, family trusts, and high-net-worth individuals. Since our firm's founding in 1848, we've continuously evolved to meet our clients' changing needs and expectations. One thing remains the same: For generations, clients have relied on Michael Best for exceptional legal service and business acumen.

The Location

We have offices in Milwaukee, Madison, Manitowoc and Waukesha, WI; Chicago, IL; Raleigh, NC; Washington, D.C.; Broomfield and Denver, CO; Salt Lake City and Cottonwood Heights, UT; and Austin, TX. Our contemporary office designs are ideal for concentration and collaboration and supports a culture where we work together to make good things happen for our Clients.

Why You Should Apply

At Michael Best, we are proud to offer a comprehensive and competitive Total Rewards package that provides a variety of resources designed to enhance its employees' overall well-being, both at work and at home. Competitive base pay, outstanding benefits, opportunities for learning and growth, all programs designed to help you plan for the future, and perks that inspire your downtime are all part of our total compensation package.

Michael Best & Friedrich LLP, Michael Best Strategies LLC, and Michael Best Consulting LLC (collectively known as "Michael Best") are steadfastly committed to providing equal employment opportunity and maintaining a workplace for employees and applicants for employment that is free from discrimination based upon age, race, religion, color, disability, marital status, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, veteran or military status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, please contact our Recruiting team at 414.225.4999 or careers@michaelbest.com to let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.