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Husch Blackwell LLP is a full-service litigation and business law firm with multiple locations across the United States, serving clients with domestic and international operations. At Husch Blackwell we believe that diverse, equitable and inclusive teams lead to better outcomes. Husch Blackwell is committed to retaining, recruiting, developing, and promoting talented lawyers and business professionals with diverse backgrounds and experiences. We foster an engaged, diverse, and inclusive team culture of accountability and purpose that makes our Firm and our communities better. Our firm is committed to attracting and retaining professionals who value each other and the service we provide by embracing Teamwork, Collaboration, Client Service, and Innovation. If you are a motivated professional looking for a long-term fit where you can grow in a role, and will be valued and empowered, then we invite you to apply to our Education Legal Assistant (Practice Support Team Specialist) position. This position will work in a hybrid capacity, in-office at least 2 days per week and may be filled in any of our office locations. The Practice Support Team Specialist successfully manages multiple projects and priorities including delegating specific duties to other teams. They work in a Practice Support Team of Specialists, sharing overflow responsibility and support to all timekeepers assigned to the team. They communicate effectively, courteously, and professionally with clients, visitors, staff, and timekeepers. They demonstrate executive level attention to detail, good grammar, spelling, and proofreading, as well as strong technical and organizational skills. Essential job duties include: • Workflow coordination and delegation for assigned attorneys. • Accurate preparation, revision, and proofreading of legal documents. • Calendar management and meeting/travel arrangements. • Client billing, matter budgeting, and financial tracking. • New client/matter intake and conflict checks. • Mail processing (incoming/outgoing, attachments, messenger services). • General administrative support (contacts, CLE/membership tracking). • Team collaboration and workflow management using team software. • Proficiency in higher education support (e-filing, pleadings, document edits). • Use of office equipment and software (Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Acrobat). • Confidentiality and professionalism under pressure. • Other duties as assigned. POSITION REQUIREMENTS • High School Diploma or GED required; 2-year degree preferred. • 3-5 years of legal experience is required, preferably with a focus on higher education. • Minimum typing speed of 60 wpm. • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite including Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, and Excel. • Proficiency in Adobe Acrobat. • Previous transcription experience preferred. The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of essential functions, responsibilities, or requirements. The Firm will provide reasonable accommodations as necessary to allow an individual with a disability to apply for and/or perform the essential functions of a position. Please reach out to our HR team to request an accommodation. COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS Employees are entitled to compensation commensurate with skill and experience. The exact compensation will vary based on skills, experience, location, and other factors permitted by law. The expected compensation ranges for this position in various states and jurisdictions are as follows: • State of California: $53,000 - $102,000 • State of Colorado: $49,000 - $88,000 • State of Illinois: $48,000 - $94,000 • State of Massachusetts: $53,000 - $102,000 • State of Minnesota: $53,000 - $88,000 • Washington, D.C.: $69,000 - $101,000 The above salary does not include a discretionary bonus, however bonus opportunities are non-guaranteed, and are dependent upon individual and firm performance. Full-time employees receive benefits including: medical and dental coverage; life insurance; short-term and long-term disability insurance; pre-tax flexible spending account for certain medical and dependent care expenses; an employee assistance program; Paid Time Off; paid holidays; participation in a retirement plan program after meeting eligibility requirements; and more. Please include a cover letter and resume when applying. EOE/Minority/Female/Disabled/Vet. Principal Applicants Only. #LI-Hybrid #LI-JH1

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