Executive Director

LEGAL Executive Director Birch, Stewart, Kolasch & Birch, LLP, a leading Washington, DC area Intellectual Property law firm, is seeking an Executive Director to oversee all administrative operations in a high production environment for IP prosecution. The Executive Director works in a wide array of management areas, supporting managers and staff in the areas of administration, human resources, accounting, finance, information technology, marketing, and facilities.

This position is responsible for organizing, coordinating, and following up on Executive Committee meeting items and implementation of decisions and policies. The position is also responsible for organizing and monitoring Partnership Meetings. The position is responsible for fiscal management of the firm including the coordination of the budgeting process, monitoring expenses and cash outlays, and identifying factors that could impact revenue.

The position is a full-time, exempt position and will report directly to the Executive Committee.

The current Executive Director is planning to retire during the Spring, 2027. We are planning to hire for this position over the next few months to allow for training and sufficient overlap.

Responsibilities and Duties Attend all Executive Committee and Partnership meetings, draft agendas, keep minutes, publish minutes to Partners on a prompt basis

Direct or assist in the formulation of policy in the areas of financial reporting and general administration

Oversee overall supervision and direction of non-legal and administrative managers/staff including Accounting, Human Resources, Information Technology, Facilities, and Library Serve as liaison and provide advisory assistance to managers of legal personnel and Marketing Formulate annual capital and operating budget proposals

Prepare and interpret management reports

Expend allocated budgets for personnel, equipment, supplies and capital budget

Work with Accounting personnel to identify and develop reporting needs

Strategic planning for the firm including the various administrative departments

Keep Executive Committee informed of any unusual or non-recurring events that could have an impact on the firm Monitor insurance of all types

Encourage staff support throughout the firm Proficient in use of Word and excel

Proficient in law firm management software

Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance or related field required, graduate degree strongly preferred

Minimum of 5 – 7 years of accounting and reporting experience CPA firm experience preferred

Background in financial management and budgeting

Systems experience preferred

Experience in an intellectual property law firm or professional services environment is preferred

Solid knowledge of technical tools such as excel and report writing

Other Requirements Ability to maintain confidentiality

Excellent oral and written communication skills

Able to multitask by prioritizing tasks and staying organized in a fast-paced environment and completing tasks under time pressure when necessary

Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to communicate effectively with all levels of personnel

Strong attention to detail

Fundamental knowledge of accounting and billing policies and procedures

Strong problem-solving skills with desire to study issues and formulate solutions

Experience with setting up controls to ensure that work performed in different sections of accounting and billing are connected

Normal BSKB business hours required

Ability to work hours beyond the normal workday when necessary

The good faith base salary range for this position is $165,000 to $250,000 per year. The actual salary rate offered to candidates within that range will depend on a variety of factors, including without limitation, years of relevant experience, education, and the candidate’s overall qualifications for the position as assessed by the Firm.

Benefits:

Comprehensive benefits package to include medical, dental, and vision insurance. Paid time off and paid holidays. Firm wide annual events and business casual environment. Access to nearby metro and free parking offered.

About BSKB:

Since 1976, BSKB has been providing a full range of intellectual property law services to clients in the areas of patent prosecution, post-grant review, litigation, opinions and counseling, design patents, trademarks and licensing. Our knowledgeable attorneys and agents hold advanced degrees and are experienced in the fields of chemistry, electronics and IT, mechanical…