Legal Assistant – Land Use & Real Estate

Description

HCMP is seeking a full-time legal assistant to support our transactional practices, primarily in the areas of land use and real estate. Candidates must be reliable and able to work as a part of a team; possess strong attention to detail and organizational skills; be able to work independently, exercise good judgment in prioritizing and managing multiple projects efficiently and with accuracy; and take pride in consistently delivering the highest quality work product. 

Duties include, but are not limited to:

• Properly formatting, editing, comparing, proofreading, and finalizing documents and correspondence
• Completing conflicts checks, drafting and finalizing engagement letters, and opening new matters
• Saving matter diligence and maintaining and updating client files (physical and electronic) in compliance with firm policies
• Preparing closing binders
• Managing attorneys’ calendars, including scheduling meetings, tracking tasks and deadlines, and following up on outstanding matters
• Assisting attorneys with billing review; monitoring outstanding receivables and following up with clients as needed
• Submitting and tracking expense reimbursements, registering attorneys for CLEs and tracking completion, booking travel arrangements
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements

Qualifications:

• Prior substantive working experience in a transactional practice support role, ideally in land use and/or real estate  
• Excellent word-processing and complex document formatting skills
• Strong proofreading skills; attention to detail and accuracy is a must
• Strong organizational, prioritization, and communication skills
• Advanced skills in Microsoft Office applications (especially Word, Excel and Outlook) and Adobe Acrobat
• Proficiency in document management and timekeeping systems; experience with ProLaw is a plus
• Ability to work effectively within tight deadlines

Compensation, Hybrid Work & Other Benefits

The estimated salary range for this role is $70,000-$110,000, depending on experience and qualifications, with bonus-earning potential and is based on the desired experience range at the time of this posting. We offer several market-leading benefits and perks, including hybrid work, fully subsidized medical and dental premiums, a generous 401(k) profit sharing program, commuter expense assistance, a sabbatical program, and paid parental leave, among others. Please visit our Professional Staff Careers page for more information.

This position is eligible for hybrid work. We strongly encourage a minimum of one day per week worked in our office, preferably Tuesdays. Business needs may necessitate different or additional in-office days beyond our policy. Our hybrid work policies are subject to change depending on firm and practice needs.

Commitment to Diversity

At HCMP, we firmly believe that our commitment to teamwork on behalf of our clients is intricately connected with our dedication to promoting diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility. We recognize the immense value in fostering a team that includes not only individuals from different races, ethnicities, genders, ages, religions, sexual orientations, cultures, and abilities, but also those with many diverse backgrounds and experiences. As part of our commitment to diversity, we earned initial Mansfield Rule Certification in 2023 and continue to make meaningful progress in diversifying law firm leadership through ongoing Mansfield participation. Visit our Diversity website to learn more about our diversity efforts and achievements.

Application Process

Click the apply button above or below to apply. Please upload a resume and a cover letter with your application.

Our firm is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, military service obligations, veteran status, or any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Reasonable Accommodation Requests

Applicants with disabilities may contact HCMP Human Resources by telephone, fax, e-mail, mail or other means to request and arrange for accommodations. If you need assistance to accommodate a disability, you may request an accommodation at any time. Please contact Human Resources at 206-623-1745 (main), 206-623-7789 (fax), or hr@hcmp.com.