Legal Administrative Assistant

Gunderson Dettmer is the only business law firm of its kind - exclusively serving the global venture capital and emerging technology marketplace. With 400 attorneys in eleven offices - from Silicon Valley to Singapore - we innovate for innovators, accelerate entrepreneurship, and help build companies at every stage of the growth lifecycle.  We are committed to being the employer of choice by working together to create an environment, in which each of our people can grow, take initiative, and develop a fun, fulfilling and financially rewarding career. 

Benefits

In addition to offering competitive salaries, we also offer an excellent benefit package, which includes full medical, dental and vision coverage; 401(k) Profit Sharing Plan; Flexible Spending Account and Paid Time Off. 

Job Description

Gunderson Dettmer has an opening for a Legal Administrative Assistant in our San Francisco office.  The Legal Administrative Assistant will be a member of a team that provides a wide range of hands-on and virtual administrative support to attorneys and paralegals who work with some of the most dynamic companies in tech.  We work in a fast-faced environment and we need a quick-thinking and resourceful teammate in this crucial role.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform Reception, Hospitality and Office Services duties, including greeting clients and guests, answering phones, scheduling conference rooms, conference room setup, office supply management and mail handling.  
• Create, format, revise and edit legal documents.
• Document handling, including printing, scanning, copying and filing.
• Assist with attorney time entry, calendar management, new client intake, travel arrangements and expense reimbursements.
• Organize and maintain filing in accordance with firm procedures and standards.

Job Requirements

• Minimum of two years of legal administrative assistant or legal secretary experience in corporate law. 
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Word, Outlook and document conversion applications, such as Kofax Power PDF or Adobe Acrobat Pro. 
• Experience working with HP/Autonomy iManage or other document management system.
• Excellent interpersonal, written (grammar, spelling, format) and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated problem solving skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with all levels of the organization and demonstrate a team-oriented work style.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to effectively handle shifting priorities and adapt to changing demands in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Strong analytical and reasoning abilities.
• Adherence to maintaining confidential and sensitive information and display sound judgment. 
• Ability to work overtime.
• This role will require an in office work presence on a hybrid schedule. 

Educational Requirements

• BS/BA degree.

Status

• Full Time, Non-Exempt. 

The expected starting salary for this position is $30.00 - $50.51 per hour, dependent upon qualifications and experience. 

Gunderson Dettmer is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.

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