[jobsthatareLEFT] Political Law Firm Seeks Legal Assistant (Washington, D.C.)

March 28, 2016

[jobsthatareLEFT] Political Law Firm Seeks Legal Assistant (Washington, D.C.)

Sandler Reiff Lamb Rosenstein & Birkenstock, P.C is a small, Democratic-leaning law firm concentrating in election and political law, campaign finance, government ethics and lobbying regulation, and the formation and operation of non-profit organizations.


Our firm represents a broad range of candidates, political committees, party committees, political consulting and government relations firms, non-profit organizations, advocacy groups, labor unions and trade associations, and major contributors to political and non-profit groups.


The ideal candidate will be highly organized, detail-oriented, and a self-starter who is comfortable in a small office setting.

 

Job responsibilities include:
- Serving as point-of-contact for clients
- Filing campaign finance and financial disclosure reports for clients
- Providing administrative support to office, including answering phones, ordering supplies, and liaising with building management and IT consultant 
- Assisting with lobbyist registrations and filings
- Filing registrations for congressional campaigns, non-profits, political committees, and corporate clients, including Formations of New Entities, Statements of Organization, and Articles of Organization
- Assisting attorneys as needed, including researching relevant laws and regulations
- Aiding with firm's billing and accounts receivable

 

Applicants should possess the following qualities:
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel
- Proficiency in Westlaw or similar legal databases
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously, frequently under tight deadlines
- Comfort sitting at the front desk and answering phones
- Passion for progressive politics

 

The following skills are preferred, but not required:
- Knowledge of campaign finance reporting laws and procedures, especially at the state level
- Familiarity with non-profits
- Knowledge of federal and state lobbying requirements
- Experience with PCLaw or similar billing software

 

Pay is commensurate with experience. In addition, we provide an excellent benefits package including health, dental, and vision insurance, and generous holiday, sick, and vacation policies.


No calls please. Interested candidates should send a resume and a cover letter to sweda@sandlerreiff.com.


SRLRB is an equal opportunity employer.

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