Legal Support Manager

$90,000 - $130,000/Yr

Lane Powell.Com - Seattle, WA

Full-time - Mid Level

Hybrid - Seattle, WA

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About the position

The Legal Support Manager is a dynamic and experienced leader responsible for overseeing the professional staff in the Seattle office, including Legal Assistants and Administrative Assistants. This role involves workload coordination, performance management, and collaboration with senior leadership to ensure effective operations and employee development. The position requires a hands-on approach to leadership, fostering a positive workplace culture while managing staffing plans and addressing employee performance issues.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day leadership and supervision of Seattle Office professional staff.
• Coordinate workload assignments to meet organizational needs and long-term goals.
• Develop and maintain strong working relationships with Practice Department Chairs and attorneys.
• Implement staffing plans and lead recruiting and onboarding efforts for professional staff.
• Manage employee performance through regular feedback and performance reviews.
• Cultivate staff engagement with professional development aligned with Firm goals.
• Collaborate with the Director of Administration on salary and bonus programs.
• Address conflicts and develop solutions to identified problems.
• Partner with HR on performance management and employee relations.
• Oversee special assignments and projects such as software migrations.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree required.
• 2+ years of lead or supervisory experience, preferably in the legal industry.
• Strong communication skills, both oral and written.
• Ability to manage employee development and performance effectively.
• Proficient in project management and analytical thinking.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience working in the legal industry preferred.

Benefits

• Profit sharing
• Health savings account
• AD&D insurance
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance