Associate Development Assistant – Business, West Coast

Cooley LLP

Associate Development Assistant supporting planning and coordination of development activities in a legal setting. Handling administrative tasks for Associate Development Managers with attention to detail and organization.

Posted 7/20/2026full-timePalo Alto • California • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $57,200 - $69,680 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and iManage, with strong organizational skills to coordinate meetings and events effectively. Capable of providing detailed reporting and support for attorney management and compliance within a law firm environment.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Microsoft Office ProficiencyIManage ExperienceEvent CoordinationReporting AssistanceLaw Firm Experience

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Hard Skills

Intermediate Excel SkillsProofreadingExpense ReportingLogistical CoordinationProgram Communication Creation

Soft Skills

Attention to DetailOrganizational SkillsCommunication Skills

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree (Preferred)

Industry Keywords

Attorney UtilizationComplianceMentoring ProgramsGeneral Office Experience

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Assist ADMs in planning and coordinating department team meetings and events
Coordinate logistics for events and meetings across offices
Create program communications including invitations and agendas
Provide reporting assistance regarding attorney utilization and compliance
Support ADMs in managing attorney departures and logistical needs for mentoring programs
Submit expense reports and track reimbursements
Assist with proofreading work for accuracy and detail

Requirements

What you’ll need

Proficiency in the Microsoft Office suite
iManage and other firm applications
Bachelor’s degree (preferred)
Intermediate Excel skills or willingness to learn (independently)
Previous general office and computer experience
Prior law firm experience (preferred)

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical insurance
Health savings account (with applicable medical plan)
Dental and vision insurance
Flexible spending accounts
Pre-tax commuter benefits
Life insurance
AD&D insurance
Long-term care coverage
Backup care for children and/or adults
Generous parental leave and fertility benefits
20 days of Paid Time Off (PTO)
10 paid holidays each year