Lead Practice Assistant

Are you ready to step into a unique leadership opportunity with a prestigious global law firm ? This role offers an uncommon combination of hands-on legal support and people leadership, making it ideal for an experienced legal support professional ready to take the next step or an established team lead seeking a collaborative, well-supported environment. This is great step towards future management.

Unlike many large firms, you'll support a manageable attorney population of approximately six attorneys while helping lead a team of roughly ten assistants. The position offers significant exposure to operations, staffing, performance management, and hiring, with mentorship and training available for candidates who bring strong legal support experience but are newer to formal supervision. You'll work closely with leadership that encourages collaboration, thoughtful decision-making, and professional growth, while maintaining meaningful day-to-day involvement with attorneys and client service.

Position Overview:

This is a 50/50 hybrid role combining high-level legal support responsibilities with team leadership. The ideal candidate is exceptionally organized, confident, approachable, and capable of balancing strong working relationships with accountability and professionalism.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and support a team of about ten
• Coordinate daily workflow, coverage planning, and resource allocation
• Review and approve leave requests and timecards
• Assist with coaching, performance feedback, and staff development
• Participate in hiring activities, including first-round interviews
• Train, mentor, and support Practice Assistants
• Provide high-level administrative support to assigned attorneys
• Manage calendars, travel arrangements, client communications, billing, and document production
• Identify opportunities to improve processes and team efficiency
• Partner closely with a fellow Team Lead to ensure seamless team coverage

Qualifications:

• 5+ years of legal administrative, executive assistant, or practice assistant experience
• Strong organizational, communication, and prioritization skills
• Ability to manage competing demands in a fast-paced professional environment
• Prior supervisory or team lead experience is a plus, but not required
• Experience in a law firm or professional services environment preferred
• Sound judgment, discretion, and a strong client-service orientation

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The Consilio Direct Hire team has partnered with top law firms, associations, and corporations throughout the D.C. metro area to connect professionals with opportunities they won’t find anywhere else. The recruiters at Consilio are committed to getting to know each candidate and identifying the best possible match for their individual goals. Our extensive industry knowledge is a resource we share with every candidate to help them prepare for each stage of the interview process and negotiate the strongest possible salary.

By working with Consilio, candidates gain direct access to hundreds of hiring decision-makers across the D.C. area. Consilio’s Direct Hire Division staffs positions for Consilio clients and does not staff internal corporate positions at Consilio.

Consilio, LLC is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status.