Law Firm Administrator

The Law Offices of Josephia Rouse, LLC, seeks a highly skilled Legal Administrator to oversee and manage all aspects of the family law firm located in Rockville, MD, US. This role presents an exceptional opportunity to influence the lives of our team, clients, the court, and our local community.

The ideal Professional Legal Administrator will have a broad range of responsibilities, including financial planning, staff coordination, IT support, and facilities maintenance. Key duties involve staying updated on the firm's evolving needs and engaging in strategic planning. Collaborating closely with the Firm's Principal/Owner is essential for effective management, marketing, and efficient operations.

To excel in this role, the candidate must be outcome-driven and dedicated to enhancing systems and personnel. Our decision-making process is based on data and analytics, prioritizing objective facts over subjective opinions and emotions.

• Leading the development and management of financial plans, forecasts, budgets, and variance analyses to maintain financial viability
• Supervising human resource management processes, including recruitment, staff training, salary management, and conflict resolution
• Enhancing systems management for efficient operations through systems analysis, audits, cost/benefit analysis, and computer systems design
• Managing facilities-related activities like space planning, purchasing, inventory control, and records storage
• Implementing operational and management practices such as strategic planning, risk management, and organizational development
• Directing practice management initiatives like attorney recruiting, professional standards, and legal assistant supervision
• Establishing and executing marketing programs to boost the firm's visibility and client profitability
• Fostering a culture that promotes personal growth and development within the organization

• Must have the ability to collaborate effectively with the firm's owner for management purposes
• Experience in managing business operations within legal or professional service organizations, including human resources, technology, facilities, finance, and marketing
• Capable of identifying and resolving complex management issues efficiently, organizing work priorities, and maintaining excellent communication with legal professionals and support staff
• Possesses strong supervisory and leadership skills
• Willingness and capability to delegate tasks effectively
• Education from a recognized college or university with a focus on business administration, management, finance, human resources, technology, marketing, or relevant work experience
• Professional certifications, such as the Certified Legal Manager (CLM) designation, are advantageous
• Must be dedicated to the well-being of clients, community, and the legal profession, embodying the ethos of the firm

Compensation $120,000 - $150,000+ yearly About Divorce with a Plan

Why Join Divorce With A Plan? We help clients navigate their most difficult life transitions with a strategy. We apply that same "With a Plan" philosophy to our growth. You will have:

• A seat at the leadership table with direct influence on firm expansion.
• Competitive base pay plus performance-based commissions tied to ROI and brand growth.
• A mission-driven environment that values excellence and accountability.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Divorce With A Plan is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, or any other protected category under applicable law.