An Administrator works closely with an Administrative or Managing Partner, Business Manager or Chief Operating Officer. Administrators customarily have least a minimum of five years experience in law office or legal department environment and have strong supervisory, analytical, organizational and interpersonal skills.
Degree is preferred, although commensurate experience is considered.
Responsible for overseeing firm's recruitment program, associate attorney orientation and training. Also participates in attorney retention program, compensation issues, development of recruitment strategies, assessment of practice groups' needs and expectations, and prepares budget for attorney staff. J.D. a plus. General responsibilities are to oversee firm's financial and shareholder accounting, auditing and overall budget. Thorough knowledge of labor laws and employee relations is a must.