Job Description
About Berry Law Berry Law is more than a law firm—we are a mission-driven organization committed to protecting constitutional rights and helping Veterans secure the benefits they deserve. Founded in 1965, Berry Law represents clients in all 50 states and has recovered over half a billion dollars in benefits and compensation for Veterans and injured clients nationwide.
Founded by legendary trial attorney John Stevens Berry, Sr., the firm built its reputation advocating for Veterans denied disability benefits following military service. Today, Berry Law continues that legacy through a fast-paced, results-driven, and highly professional environment focused on building bigger, better futures for both our clients and our team members.
Core Values
- Commitment – Commit to your team, clients, and mission
- Integrity – Do what you say you will do when you say you will do it
- Accountability – Leaders own actions and outcomes
- Warrior Ethos – Win at the speed of trust; no silos, no politicking
- Lead by Example – Be the team member you would want leading your team
Position Summary
The Chief of Staff works directly with Berry Law’s Chief Executive Officer and senior leadership team to drive execution, optimize executive effectiveness, and ensure firm-wide priorities are delivered on time and to standard.
This role is designed for a high-performing professional with the capability and ambition to operate as a strategic partner to the CEO. The Chief of Staff serves as a force multiplier—owning projects, managing cross-functional initiatives, and ensuring alignment across the organization. This position offers significant exposure to executive decision-making and is a key leadership role within the firm.
Core Responsibilities
Executive & Strategic Leadership Support
- Serve as a trusted advisor and operational extension of the CEO
- Manage and prioritize CEO initiatives, communications, and follow-ups
- Attend meetings on behalf of the CEO and represent executive intent
- Prepare daily, weekly, and forward-looking executive briefs
- Coordinate communication and execution across the C-suite
Project & Workflow Management
- Lead CEO-sponsored strategic projects from planning through execution
- Establish timelines, deliverables, and accountability mechanisms
- Coordinate cross-functional initiatives and ensure alignment with firm priorities
- Identify risks, bottlenecks, and execution gaps and drive resolution
- Track progress and report outcomes to executive leadership
Communications, Calendar & Executive Operations
- Manage complex executive calendars and scheduling priorities
- Filter, prioritize, and respond to executive communications
- Ensure the CEO’s time is protected and focused on highest-impact work
- Oversee preparation of executive correspondence, presentations, and briefings
- Maintain strict confidentiality and professional discretion
Public Engagement & Thought Leadership Support
- Coordinate podcast production, guest outreach, research, and show preparation
- Support public speaking engagements, events, and media appearances
- Manage logistics, travel, and preparation for external engagements
Qualifications Required
- Bachelor’s degree
- Experience as a Chief of Staff, executive assistant, law firm administrator, paralegal, executive operations leader, or military aide-de-camp
- Exceptional organizational, time management, and prioritization skills
- Significant project and workflow management experience
- High digital literacy and ability to quickly learn new platforms and tools
- Experience managing CRM systems, data integrity, and reporting
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- High accountability, ownership mindset, and sound judgment
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, collaboration tools, and virtual meeting platforms
- Outstanding professionalism, discretion, and confidentiality
Preferred - MBA or advanced business education
- PMP certification
- Experience supporting public-facing executives or content creators
- Military aide-de-camp or senior staff experience
- EOS Integrator or EOS implementation experience
Core Competencies
Strategic Thinking & Execution
Executive Judgment & Discretion
Cross-Functional Leadership
Project Management Excellence
Time Optimization & Prioritization
Professional Communication
Operational Discipline
Accountability & Ownership
Problem Anticipation & Resolution
Confidentiality & Integrity
KPI Scorecard – Overall Role Objective
Ensure CEO effectiveness and organizational alignment while driving execution of strategic priorities across the firm.
Key KPIs
Executive Effectiveness – 30%
- Measurable increase in CEO capacity for strategic leadership
- Reduction in unnecessary executive interruptions and inefficiencies
Strategic Project Execution – 40%
- On-time, high-quality completion of CEO-sponsored initiatives
- Cross-functional execution and accountability
Communication & Executive Operations – 20%
- Clear, timely executive communications
- Professional management of executive calendar and correspondence
Public Engagement Support – 10%
- Effective coordination of podcast production and speaking engagements
Why Join Berry Law?
This role offers a unique opportunity to operate at the center of a growing, mission-driven organization while developing senior leadership capabilities.
This Position Is Ideal For - A Chief of Staff seeking broader organizational impact
- A law firm administrator ready for executive-level responsibility
- A senior paralegal looking to move beyond billable hours into leadership
- A former military aide-de-camp transitioning into civilian executive leadership
- An EOS Integrator seeking hands-on execution experience
- An accomplished professional aspiring to COO, CMO, or firm leadership roles
Be Part of a Winning Team
- Inc. Magazine 5000 Fastest Growing Companies (6 consecutive years)
- Law Firm 500 Honoree (5 consecutive years)
- Inc. Best in Business – Veteran Support
- Department of Labor Hire Vets Award Recipient
- Secretary of Defense Pro Patria Award
- Military Times Best for Vets Employers
Schedule & Benefits
Hours: Monday – Friday, Full-Time
Benefits Include - Competitive compensation
- Generous PTO
- 401(k)
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Professional development opportunities
- Company events and team culture initiative
Berry Law is an equal opportunity employer.
Job Tags
Full time, Work at office, Monday to Friday