Legal Assistant - Financial Services

At Winthrop, we never settle. Through a collaborative and innovative approach, we rethink what’s possible and solve problems to generate momentum for our clients. We are committed to building a diverse workforce of talented individuals who embody our mission to bring smart perspectives and practical outcomes to the law. At our core, we believe diversity and inclusion are table stakes and work each day to promote these values through a variety of initiatives, activities and organizations. Join our nimble force and put the law to work. Attorneys Your practice is your business. At Winthrop, we’re cultivating a team of forward-thinking, innovative lawyers who solve problems and generate results for our clients. We’re not your typical law firm. We consistently look for ways to push the boundaries of the law and make it work harder for our clients. We are always interested in bringing on forward-thinkers who will help us in this mission to supplement growing practice areas or add areas of experience. We believe in creating an environment that fosters development, success and long-term enjoyment of practicing law, while allowing you to assume responsibility and pursue your professional interests. Our office atmosphere is collegial, where attorneys and staff truly enjoy working together to serve our clients’ needs. As a reward for hard work and an enterprising spirit, we offer associates a unique opportunity for early shareholder status and additional compensation. We also sponsor regular formal and informal social and recreational firm-wide activities throughout the year. Associate Compensation Our associate compensation system is designed to attract and recruit the top law students throughout the United States and reward those whose productivity contributes to the growth and profitability of the firm. This includes not only a market rate compensation and bonus structure, but also opportunities to participate in activities traditionally reserved for shareholders and to attain early shareholder status. Summer Associate Program The Summer Associate program is designed to provide an experience that reflects life at the firm as a lawyer. It is offered to law students after their first or second year, and presents a challenging variety of legal work. As a summer associate, you’ll prepare agreements, briefs, interrogatories, and other legal documents and be encouraged to attend client meetings, depositions, court hearings, negotiations and closings. You’ll be assigned a mentor who helps you with administrative, professional and personal questions. You’ll also have the opportunity to work with a number of different attorneys throughout the summer. You’ll work in different areas of practice throughout your experience, and rather than a formal rotation program, you’ll have significant exposure to a particular practice area, if you so desire. Almost every summer associate who has received an offer to join the firm has accepted it. Professional Staff Our goal at Winthrop is to provide quality service to clients on a daily basis, while mutually supporting the career goals and objectives of our attorneys and staff. Every member of the team has a role that contributes to our operation and success. We offer career opportunities in the following areas: Accounting Human Resources Information Technology Legal Assistant Marketing/Business Development Paralegal Word Processing We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

# of Openings: 1 Winthrop & Weinstine is seeking a knowledgeable and driven Legal Assistant to work in our Financial Services Department - someone with strong attention to detail who can assist with the workload for busy attorneys and paralegals. The ability to work in a fast-paced environment as part of a close-knit team provides a challenging opportunity and an enjoyable workplace. The responsibilities for this position will include, but are not limited to:

Review, organize, assemble and scan documents. Prepare, circulate and track signature pages. Create and help maintain closing checklists. Assist and maintain checklists in the preparation of closings. Process and transmit client documents and materials. Review, edit and finalize attorney time entries. Process and distribute invoices. Organize and maintain electronic files and process new file openings. Provide administrative support such as calendar and email maintenance, answering phones and making travel arrangements. Provide quality, responsive customer service to clients and co-workers. Act as a liaison between attorney and client, facilitating communication and transmittal of necessary information. Advise and communicate regularly with team regarding status of client matters. Process invoices and reimbursements. Process document comparisons. Complete other projects and assignments as assigned. Strong initiative and creative problem-solving skills. Dependable, accountable, and consistently demonstrating a strong work ethic with a professional demeanor in all interactions. Strong interpersonal relationships and ability to interact with all levels of the organization. Ability to work well under pressure with deadlines – possess a sense of urgency. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with a variety of personalities and work styles. Ability to be flexible in schedule and adaptable to constant change. Ability to organize, prioritize, and manage multiple tasks effectively, ensuring completion of assignments despite frequent interruptions and changes in schedule.

Excellent computer and communication skills. Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Suite. QUALIFICATIONS, PREFERRED: At least one year of legal administrative assistant experience in a law firm preferred. Experience in a legal office. Experience with the following software: iManage, InTapp.