Legal Assistant

Max 2 yrs required

Full-time

No

Legal Assistant Job Summary:
We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Legal Assistant to join our team at the law firm Zwicker & Associates . in Garden City, NY. This position offers a competitive pay rate of per hour and excellent benefits, including medical, vision, and dental insurance, long term disability insurance, life insurance, compensated time off, paid holidays, and 401K with match. We are looking for a candidate with an eagerness to learn, excellent communication skills, and a strong work ethic.

Responsibilities:
- Analyze and process data to ensure compliance with client and firm expectations
- Provide high-level legal administrative and office management support to the Office Manager and attorneys
- Utilize internal software to update and document account status
- Prepare documentation for attorney review
- File pleadings with state-specific court filing systems
- Answer incoming calls and communicate effectively with team members and outside parties
- Comply with standard operating procedures
- Maintain quality and quantity of work
- Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications:
- Strong organizational and time management skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Office suite, particularly in Excel
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Attention to detail and professionalism
- Previous experience in a law firm or financial/banking institution preferred
- Knowledge of civil procedure rules, evidence rules, and e-filing process a plus
- Debt collection and/or litigation experience a plus

Physical Requirements:
- Ability to lift five pounds or more
- Ability to sit for extended periods of time
- Ability to bend and move as needed
- Ability to read and comprehend documents and correspondence
- Ability to communicate effectively in a common language
- Ability to operate a computer, phone, or equivalent device
- Ability to work a flexible 40-hour schedule

Legal Assistant Qualifications:
- High school diploma or equivalent required
- Bachelor's degree or paralegal certification preferred
- Minimum of 2 years of experience as a legal assistant or in a related field
- Experience with legal software and e-filing systems
- Prior experience in debt collection and/or litigation preferred

Zwicker & Associates . is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing accommodations for individuals with disabilities. If you require an accommodation, please inform Human Resources Management. This is a full-time position with a comprehensive benefits package.

About Zwicker & Associates .:
- Founded in 1991, Zwicker & Associates . is a national creditor rights law firm
- Headquartered in Andover, MA with 38 offices across the country
- Represents creditors in consumer and commercial recovery and litigation efforts
- Committed to ethics, compliance, and assertive representation of clients' interests
- Offers lifelong learning and training opportunities for team members
- Promotes from within and provides excellent career advancement opportunities

Not specified

Medical, vision, dental insurance, long term disability insurance, life insurance, compensated time off, paid holidays, 401K with match

English

Analytical skills, time management, organizational skills, written and verbal communication, proficiency in Microsoft Office, attention to detail, professionalism

High school diploma, some college preferred

Submit application through company website or email to Human Resources Management

Qualification and Experience High school diploma, some college preferred

Legal