Job Description

Thompson Coburn, a large full-service law firm with offices in eight (8) cities across the U.S., is looking for a Practice Area Specialist to fill a full-time non-exempt position in its Washington D.C. office. With over 400 attorneys and experience in 50 areas of law, Thompson Coburn is regularly recognized for providing clients with outstanding value and service. Driven by our core values of integrity, innovation and diversity, we collaborate and work in a welcoming, highly productive, and inclusive environment. If you are a creative professional looking to join a collaborative team, then this might be an exciting opportunity for you!

Under the leadership of the Manager of Practice Support Services, the Practice Area Specialist will provide support to various practice groups in the Washington, D.C. office and assist attorneys with various support tasks. After an initial period of in-office training, this position is eligible for a hybrid-remote work schedule.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist attorneys with various support tasks, such as checking name availability and reserving corporate names, obtaining certificates of good standing, preparing and filing applications for federal employer identification numbers, preparing and filing articles of incorporation and bylaws, and preparing and filing annual reports and franchise tax reports for various authorities.
• Assist attorneys in secured transactions with various matters, such as ordering and reviewing UCC search results, drafting UCC financing statements and subsequent amendments, assignments, or terminations, and arranging for filing of same.
• Assist attorneys in the energy group with various tasks, such as monitoring Federal Energy Regulatory Commission filings and issuances, summarizing orders and pleadings, conducting research, drafting document-less motions to intervene, and assisting with discovery, testimony, and briefs in hearing proceedings.
• Assist transactional practice groups by coordinating various aspects of closing, including assembly and preparation of documents for signature, closing arrangements, organization, and distribution of closing materials.
• Assist attorneys in the international trade group on a variety of support tasks, such as monitoring the Federal Register for potentially relevant development, using specialized software and internet research skills, screening parties for international sanctions compliance, producing regular reports on client activities, producing reports using government databases, structuring large databases and spreadsheets to communicate the information contained therein.
• Assist attorneys in the transportation and project finance group with filings with the U.S. Coast Guard and Surface Transportation Board, among other agencies.

Education and Experience Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience of three to five (3-5) years required.
• Participation in the Firm’s Continuing Legal Education (CLE) Program is required.  CLEs may be provided by the Firm, through outside educational sources or a combination thereof.
• This position will support the international trade group and will require strong Excel skills.
• At least two (2) years of legal industry experience preferred.

Compensation

For applicants who meet the experience requirements for the role and are physically based in Washington, D.C., the expected salary range is $65,000 – $78,000 annually upon commencement of employment.  Starting salary will be determined on an individualized basis with consideration to prior experience and additional qualifications.  This is in addition to a comprehensive benefit package offered by the Firm.

Thompson Coburn LLP is a large, full service, multi-state firm with offices in Birmingham, Chicago, Dallas, Los Angeles, New York, St. Louis, Southern Illinois, and Washington D.C. At Thompson Coburn, our behavior and the expectations we have of ourselves are guided by the values that we hold in the highest regard: integrity, a passion for excellence, a focus on serving the client, a value of diversity, innovation, creativity, trust, and loyalty. Within the Firm, we value each other as people and colleagues. In addition to the exceptional working environment and a competitive salary, Thompson Coburn provides the following benefit options to qualifying employees:

• Medical Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Life Insurance & ADD policies
• Short & Long Term Disability Insurance
• Paid Parental Leave
• 401(k) Profit Sharing plans
• Parking/Transportation Stipend
• Section 125 Plan (Pre-tax premiums, dependent care and medical reimbursement)
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Vacation Time
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Employee Wellness Program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• College Savings Plan Deductions (529 Plans)
• Long Term Care

Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V

How to Apply

Job Types: Full-Time. Salaries: Not Disclosed.

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