Legal Administrative Assistant
Position Summary
PLAC seeks a detail-oriented and proactive Legal Administrative Assistant Intern to support our team in database management, event coordination, and communications. This position is ideal for a student or early-career professional interested in legal administration, association management, or event operations.
Key Responsibilities
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Data & Membership Support – Update and maintain member database records (contact info, CLE/bar numbers, engagement tracking).
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Event Coordination Assistance – Support planning and logistics for PLAC conferences and webinars, including registration tracking, speaker communications, and attendee outreach.
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Communications Support – Help manage inbox inquiries, distribute CLE certificates, and prepare routine member communications.
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Meeting Notes & Documentation – Attend internal meetings to capture detailed notes and follow-up actions.
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Prospect & Member Research – Conduct light research to identify potential new members and re-engagement opportunities.
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Administrative Tasks – Assist with document preparation, website updates, and other administrative needs as assigned.
Qualifications
- Current student or recent graduate in Legal Studies, Political Science, Communications, Business, or a related field.
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office and comfortable learning association management or CRM tools (e.g., iMIS, Higher Logic).
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a professional, deadline-driven environment.
- Must have the ability to work between 15 and 20 hours a week remotely.
What You’ll Gain
- Hands-on experience supporting a national legal association.
- Exposure to event management, legal administration, and member relations.
- Mentorship from experienced association professionals.
- Networking opportunities with corporate counsel and defense attorneys.