Experienced Transactional Legal Assistant

4 weeks ago

Washington, United States Hawthorne Lane Full time

As the Transactional Legal Assistant with this respected Washington, DC law firm, you will be exposed to a variety of interesting cases while supporting a team of attorneys within corporate transactional and regulatory practice groups. From working alongside expert corporate attorneys in action to managing client/attorney relationships, each day at this law firm will be different. Your prior legal experience and solid tenure will be valued at a firm whose culture is collaborative, engaging, and a place where you will want to stay for the long term.


About the Job:

  • Provide executive-level administrative support to a team of busy attorneys.
  • Manage calendars, deadlines, and ever-changing schedules.
  • Draft, prepare, proofread, and edit legal documents, reports, memoranda, and correspondence.
  • Coordinate complex travel arrangements and corresponding itineraries.
  • Working alongside the real estate team, conduct related research on market and industry changes.
  • Move the needle on closings during the finalization process of real estate projects; provide follow-up and deadline-driven actions to assure all parties are held responsible.
  • Enter attorneys’ billable time, and prepare and process expense reports and client invoices.
  • Support departmental staff with on-going projects and new issues as they become relevant.

About the Culture:

  • Global law firm with new offices located in the heart of DC.
  • Committed to pro bono, diversity and a culture of inclusion.
  • Benefits are comprehensive and generous.
  • A hybrid work schedule has been approved for this position.

About You:

  • Skilled. You have at least five or more years of prior experience working as a Legal Administrative Assistant, Legal Executive Assistant or Legal Secretary ideally in a large DC law firm; candidates with corporate, transactional or real estate experience are encouraged to apply
  • Adaptable. You can adjust your work style to fit the needs of busy attorneys.
  • Detailed. You know how critical quality work is to a legal case.
  • Service oriented. You always put the client first and deliver top service.
  • Curious. Your interest in the legal field helps you provide superior support to the team.
  • Professional. You demonstrate solid business acumen and communication skills in both verbal and written forms.


Essential to Hawthorne Lane’s success is our ability to attract talent from a range of backgrounds. Our network reflects the diverse community around us, and we believe in a workplace where everyone feels valued and empowered to succeed. Applicants will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected status.

  • Structured Finance Legal Associate

    1 week ago

    Washington, Washington, D.C., United States 5 Legal Full time

    Position Overview5 Legal is seeking a talented midlevel associate to enhance our Structured Finance practice. This role is ideal for candidates with a strong background in complex financing transactions.Key Responsibilities:Engage in sophisticated financing matters, including structured finance and secondary mortgage finance.Collaborate with a team of...

  • Technology Transactions

    3 months ago

    Washington, United States 5 Legal Full time

    Job DescriptionJob DescriptionOne of the recognized leading US corporate law firms seeks an associate to join their Technology Transactions Group.The ideal candidate must have 4-6 years of transactional and licensing experience, focused on representing life science companies. Have an interest in the dynamic world of life sciences, including biotechnology,...

  • Experienced Legal Administrative Assistant

    1 week ago

    Washington, Washington, D.C., United States Bonnie Jones Associates, LLC Full time

    Job OverviewPosition: Experienced Legal Administrative AssistantLocation: Washington, DCSalary: $90,000 - $100,000 based on experience, skills, and education; includes paid overtime and a bonusWork Model: Initially in-office for 90 days, transitioning to a hybrid schedule of 4 days in-office and 1 day remote.About the Firm: This distinguished national law...

  • Legal Administrative Assistant

    1 week ago

    Washington, United States Palmer Legal Staffing Full time

    Position Overview: A prominent national law firm specializing in health care, financial services, and other sectors is in search of a Legal Secretary to support their team. This role offers a hybrid work schedule with a combination of in-office and remote work. The selected candidate will provide comprehensive administrative support to multiple attorneys,...

  • Legal Administrative Assistant

    1 week ago

    Washington, United States Palmer Legal Staffing Full time

    Position Overview: A prominent national law firm specializing in health care, financial services, and various other sectors is in search of a skilled Legal Secretary to support their Washington, D.C. office. This role operates on a hybrid schedule, with three days in the office and two days working remotely. The successful candidate will provide...

  • Legal Administrative Assistant

    4 days ago

    Washington, United States Palmer Legal Staffing Full time

    Position Overview: A prominent national law firm specializing in healthcare, financial services, and various other sectors is in search of a Legal Secretary to enhance their Washington, D.C. office operations. The working hours are from 9:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., and the firm provides a hybrid work arrangement with three days in the office and two days...

  • Legal Administrative Assistant

    1 week ago

    Washington, United States Palmer Legal Staffing Full time

    Position Overview: A prominent national law firm specializing in healthcare, financial services, and various other sectors is in search of a skilled Legal Secretary to enhance their Washington, D.C. office operations. The working hours are from 9:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., with a flexible hybrid work model allowing for three days in the office and two days...

  • Corporate Legal Counsel

    1 week ago

    Washington, Washington, D.C., United States 5 Legal Full time

    Position Overview5 Legal is seeking experienced corporate associates to join our esteemed practice. We are recognized as a leading firm in the M&A sector, catering to a diverse range of industries.Key Responsibilities:Engage in sophisticated corporate legal matters, particularly in the realms of blockchain technology and digital assets.Provide expert legal...

  • Legal, Bank Regulatory, Deposits/Treasury and Liquidity/Transactional Attorney, Vice President,[...]

    3 days ago

    Washington, United States Asset & Wealth Management Full time

    DescriptionLEGALWe work at the intersection of finance and law, providing counsel and advice that support activities across the firm. We handle litigation and arbitration, perform research and due diligence, aid in financing and legal filings, deal with contracts and intellectual property rights that show our commitment to clients, shareholders, and...

  • Recapitalization Transaction Specialist

    18 hours ago

    Washington, United States Assistant Secretary for Housing-Federal Housing Commissioner Full time

    About the RoleWe are seeking a highly skilled Recapitalization Transaction Specialist to join our team at the Assistant Secretary for Housing-Federal Housing Commissioner. As a key member of our team, you will play a critical role in advising and making recommendations on affordable housing transactions to supervisors and managers in the Affordable Housing...

  • Corporate Legal Associate

    4 days ago

    Washington, Washington, D.C., United States 5 Legal Full time

    Position Overview5 Legal is seeking experienced corporate associates to join our esteemed practice, recognized among the top 10 firms in M&A across various sectors.Key Responsibilities:Engage in sophisticated corporate legal matters.Provide expertise in blockchain technology, digital currencies, token generation events, and NFTs.Collaborate with clients in...

  • Legal Assistant

    3 months ago

    Washington, United States law offices eh sayles Full time

    Job DescriptionJob DescriptionWe are seeking a Legal Assistant / Bookkeeper to become a part of our team! You will provide overall support to attorneys' business needs.Responsibilities:Perform relevant legal research for active casesCreate detailed spreadsheets and presentationsMaintain and update files and databases for other documentation such as...

  • Corporate Transactions

    3 months ago

    Washington, United States 5 Legal Full time

    Job DescriptionJob DescriptionA leading national and international and top 100 Am Law top firm is looking for a highly qualified associate. The ideal candidate must have 3-5 years of experience. The successful candidate should be versed in a variety of sophisticated transactional work, including public and private offerings of securities, public company...

  • Healthcare Legal Advisor

    1 week ago

    Washington, Washington, D.C., United States Healthcare Legal Solutions LLC Full time

    Healthcare Legal Solutions - Legal Claims SpecialistCompany Overview:Become a part of the committed team at Healthcare Legal Solutions, LLC, a distinguished firm focused on healthcare collections, specializing in denial management, consulting, and corporate collections for hospitals and health systems.Position Summary:Are you an experienced attorney eager to...

  • Healthcare Transactional

    2 months ago

    Washington, United States McClure Harrison, Inc. Full time

    We have an exciting opportunity for experienced Healthcare Transactional and Regulatory Associates with 3+ years of experience in New York or Washington D.C.We are seeking driven and skilled associates to join a rapidly growing healthcare practice of a top US law firm. The firm specializes in providing top-notch legal services to healthcare providers,...

  • Healthcare Transactional

    3 months ago

    Washington, United States McClure Harrison, Inc. Full time

    We have an exciting opportunity for experienced Healthcare Transactional and Regulatory Associates with 3+ years of experience in New York or Washington D.C.We are seeking driven and skilled associates to join a rapidly growing healthcare practice of a top US law firm. The firm specializes in providing top-notch legal services to healthcare providers,...

  • Legal Administrative Assistant

    2 months ago

    Washington DC, United States Dentons Full time

    Dentons US LLP is currently recruiting for an experienced Legal Administrative Assistant for our Washington, DC office. This position will provide administrative and legal support to our lawyers in our Real Estate and Government Contracts Practice Groups working in a collaborative environment.   Responsibilities   Draft, edit, and format...

  • Investment Funds Legal Associate

    4 days ago

    Washington, United States Jameson Legal Full time

    Position Overview: We are seeking experienced Investment Funds associates to enhance our client's Investment Funds practice group.Opportunity: This role presents a unique chance to collaborate with esteemed attorneys recognized in the investment funds sector.Professional Development: You will engage closely with fellow legal professionals, benefiting from...

  • Experienced Legal Administrative Assistant

    1 week ago

    Washington, United States Lowenstein Sandler Full time

    About Us: Lowenstein Sandler is a premier law firm in the United States, comprising over 375 attorneys and 300 business services professionals dedicated to serving clients from various locations. We value candidates who thrive in a collaborative and entrepreneurial environment that emphasizes our clients, colleagues, and the communities we engage with. Our...

  • Senior Legal Counsel

    1 month ago

    Washington, Washington, D.C., United States Taylor Root Full time

    I'm currently working with a growing FinTech who are looking to recruit a Senior Legal Counsel. The company is backed by over $150 million in equity capital from top global investors, which enables fast growth and provides their company with financial stability and a clear path to an IPO over the coming years.You will provide the highest quality support to...