Legal Practice Coordinator - Telecommunications, Media & Technology

Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP, one of the world’s leading global law firms with offices in strategic hubs of commerce, law, and government across North America, Asia, Europe, and the Middle East, is seeking to hire a Telecommunications, Media & Technology (TMT) Legal Practice Coordinator. The TMT Legal Practice Coordinator is responsible for providing a broad range of high level administrative and legal support to the Firm’s TMT practice group in an environment where superior client service is emphasized. This position routinely engages with Practice Group attorneys, legal professionals and firm staff and provides analytical and project management support. The TMT Legal Practice Coordinator II is also responsible for those projects delegated to them by the Legal Practice Support Management Team, the Senior Paralegal Specialist – TMT, and TMT Practice Group Attorneys. 

Morgan Lewis recognizes the benefits of supporting flexible working arrangements. This position will reside in our Washington D.C. office with a hybrid in-office/remote working schedule. Flexibility to work overtime is preferred.

Key responsibilities include:

• Assist in handling electronic filing of documents at the Federal Communications Commission (FCC), other federal agencies, state public utility commissions as well as regulatory authorities in other countries

• Assist in maintenance of specific client data vital for filings at the FCC and other regulatory agencies and provide support in the management of practice group data and filing systems

• Assist in the review and electronic distribution of weekly and other practice group updates on new legal and regulatory developments, ensuring timely and accurate communication to clients

• Assist attorneys with research, preparation and review of various documents, including, but not limited to, in the context of document productions

• Establish, organize, and maintain manual and electronic matter and client files and databases

• Liaise with the Firm’s Marketing and Business Departments in support of practice group webinars and other client-facing events on relevant telecommunications regulatory and other related topics affecting the telecommunications industry

• Support practice group initiatives related to business development, marketing, practice group training, and client engagement

• Coordinate and participate in day-to-day client and practice management

• Perform other duties as assigned

Experience and qualifications:

• A bachelor's degree (B. A.) from four-year college or university preferred; and 5 years of professional experience preferred; professional services industry experience a plus; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Proficiency in Lexis-Nexis, Westlaw, West Check. Knowledge and proficiency is preferred in FCC Databases, State Commissions Websites, Secretary of State, Other State Agencies. CoCounsel Core, other AI Certification a plus. Knowledge and proficiency in the following Electronic Filing Databases: FCC, State Commissions E-Filing Portals, Secretary of State, Other State Agencies.

• Strong proofreading skills and exceptional attention to detail

• Time management and organizational skills to prioritize work

• Self-starter with a professional demeanor and ability to work independently with minimal supervision

• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build relationships with a wide range of individuals with differing opinions and diverse personalities

• Ability to work well under pressure in a collaborative team environment

• Demonstrated ability to prioritize and balance competing demands and meet deadlines in a fast-paced professional environment.

• Ability to manage confidential information with discretion

Benefits / Why Join Us

Morgan Lewis offers attractive benefits and competitive salaries. Our compensation structure rewards exceptional performance and recognizes the talent and experience that our people gain with each year of service. We are committed to offering the best and most comprehensive benefits including:

• Medical coverage, with a variety of plans

• Health care and dependent care reimbursement accounts

• Domestic partner coverage

• Parental leave

• Vacation and holiday leave

• Life and accident insurance

• Income protection, including sick leave, salary continuation, and long term disability.

Qualified candidates must apply online by visiting our website at www.morganlewis.com and selecting “Careers.”

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For positions in Washington, D.C., the salary range for this position is: $75,400.00 - $120,550.00.

The base salary or hourly wage range for this position will be determined during the interview process and will vary based on multiple factors, including but not limited to prior experience, relevant expertise, current business needs, and market factors. The final salary or hourly wages offered may be outside of this range based on other reasons and individual circumstances. Additionally, salary or hourly wages may be only part of the total compensation package. The total compensation package for this position may also include a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits (including 401(k) eligibility and various paid time off benefits, such as vacation, sick time, and parental leave), dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment. If hired, the employee will be in an "at-will position" and the firm reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation or benefit program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, firm or individual department/team performance, and market factors.

Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP is committed to equal employment opportunity and providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with physical and/or mental disabilities. We value inclusion and solicit applications from all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, gender, sex, age, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, veteran status, gender identity, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

Pursuant to applicable state and municipal Fair Chance Laws and Ordinances, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

California Applicants: Pursuant to the California Consumer Privacy Act, the following link contains the Firm's California Consumer Privacy Act Privacy Notice for Candidates which explains the categories of personal information that we collect and the purposes for which we use such personal information. CCPA Privacy Notice for Candidates

Morgan, Lewis & Bockius, LLP reasonably accommodates applicants and employees who need them to perform the essential functions of the job because of disability, religious belief, or other reason protected by applicable law.  If you believe you need a reasonable accommodation during the application process, please contact Talent Acquisition at 888.534.5003 or talent.acquisition@morganlewis.com

If hired, your employment relationship with the firm will be on an "at-will" basis, meaning that the firm may modify the terms and conditions of your employment at any time, and that either you or the firm will be free to end the relationship at any time with or without cause and with or without advance notice, although reasonable notice would be expected.