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Buchanan Ingersoll & Rooney PC · 4 hours ago

Practice Group Administrator - International Trade

Washington, DC

Full-time

Hybrid

Mid, Senior Level

$115K/yr - $135K/yr

Buchanan Ingersoll & Rooney is a national law firm known for its leading legal and business advice. They are seeking a Practice Group Administrator for their International Trade group, who will provide administrative support, oversee paralegal activities, and enhance team performance in a dynamic legal environment.

ConsultingGovernmentLegalNon Profit

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Prepare and execute APO and public version filings at the US International Trade Commission, the US Department of Commerce, Court of International Trade, and Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit

Establish clear case organization by administering and managing case materials using litigation support tools

Provide sophisticated assistance in the International Trade area of law while applying required legal procedures

Facilitate comprehensive information flow by drafting complex documents including correspondence, legal memoranda and assisting with drafting of pleadings and motions

Conducting cite checking and online research using various platforms

Assist attorneys in preparation for hearings and appearances

Use web‐based investigative skills to problem solve and provide creative ideas for developing and implementing winning litigation strategies

Supervise Paralegal team, ensuring fair and equitable distribution of assignments based on workload and expertise

Conduct regular performance evaluations and provide constructive feedback

Facilitate effective communication between the paralegals and the attorney team to ensure alignment on case strategies and objectives

Develop and implement training programs for paralegals to enhance their skills and knowledge in international trade law and practice

Organize workshops and seminars to keep the team updated on the latest industry trends and regulatory changes

Troubleshoot filing issues with the team to ensure smooth delivery of work product

Mentor junior paralegals, providing guidance and support to foster their professional growth

Monitor and track billable hours for the paralegal team, addressing any discrepancies or challenges in meeting targets

Implement strategies to optimize billable hours, including efficient work allocation, prioritization of tasks, and effective time management

Conduct regular reviews of billable hour reports to identify trends, provide feedback, and develop action plans to enhance productivity

Collaborate with attorneys to ensure that paralegal efforts are aligned with client needs and case requirements, maximizing billable opportunities

Identify areas for improvement in administrative processes and implement best practices to enhance efficiency and effectiveness

Collaborate with attorneys and other stakeholders to streamline workflows and improve service delivery

Participate in the recruitment process for new paralegals, including interviewing and assessing candidates

Collaborate with HR to develop job descriptions, candidate profiles, and onboarding processes for new hires

Qualification

International Trade lawManagement experienceLitigation support softwareFiling experienceLegal procedures knowledgeMicrosoft Office proficiencyCommunication skillsAttention to detail

Required

Bachelor's degree in a related field; paralegal certificate preferred

Management experience in a legal or administrative setting

Filing experience in a legal or administrative setting is strongly preferred

Filing experience in antidumping and countervailing duty investigations with the U.S. Department of Commerce docketing system (ACCESS) and with the U.S. International Trade Commission docketing system (EDIS) is strongly preferred

Thorough understanding of legal procedures and practices

Proficiency with computer applications, preferably Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, in a Windows environment

Experience with litigation support software such as Relativity, Ringtail, Summation, Concordance, Case Map, Text Map, Time Map, and Trial Director

Excellent oral, written, technical, and interpersonal communication skills

Strong attention to detail, with a focus on data entry and analysis

Benefits

Competitive salary and generous Paid Time Off

Hybrid work schedules

Paid Holidays, including a floating holiday

WorkWell wellness program, including free use of the Calm App

Caregiving assistance with Bright Horizons (child, elder, and pet care!)

Access to our Firm-wide emergency assistance fund

Free full access to LinkedIn Learning

Insurance – Medical, Dental, Vision

401K Program

Retirement Savings Program

Company

Buchanan Ingersoll & Rooney PC

Buchanan Ingersoll & Rooney is a national law firm with a proven reputation for providing progressive, industry-leading legal, business, regulatory and government relations advice to our regional, national and international clients.

Founded in 1850

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA

501-1000 employees

http://www.bipc.com

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