Legal Assistant/Secretary

2-5 yrs required

Full-time

No

Legal Assistant/Secretary - Support Lawyers in Civil Litigation Defense at Law Firm in Manhattan, NY

Role Objective:

Join the team at Kiernan Trebach LLP, a leading Civil Litigation Defense Firm with a national presence, as a Legal Assistant/Secretary. In this role, you will utilize your 2-5 years of experience to support multiple lawyers in their litigation matters in New York.

Responsibilities:

- Draft and format letters and legal documents
- Schedule depositions
- Manage travel arrangements
- Calendar management
- E-file motions and other pleadings
- Organize discovery materials
- Trial preparation
- Process records
- Edit billing
- Manage expense reports
- Perform general office administration tasks

Requirements:

- Strong knowledge of document preparation and filing procedures for Court submissions in local Circuit and District Courts in New York
- Excellent organizational skills and ability to prioritize and meet deadlines
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office
- Proactive work style with the ability to anticipate attorney needs
- Familiarity with document management systems

Desired Experience, Education & Licensure:

- 2-5 years of legal support experience (preferred)
- High school diploma/GED
- Insurance defense experience (preferred)

Benefits for Full-Time Employees:

- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Paid time off and sick leave accrual
- 401(k) and profit sharing
- Life and AD&D insurance
- Flex spending program

Salary:

- $55,000 - $65,000 annually

Kiernan Trebach LLP is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnic background, color, religion, sexual orientation, age, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability, or genetic information.

Join our team and apply now!

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Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO/Sick Leave Accrual, 401(k) & Profit Sharing, Life and AD&D Insurance, Flex Spending Program

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Document preparation, Court filing procedures, Microsoft Office, organizational skills, proactive work style, document management systems

High School Diploma/ GED

Interested candidates can apply through the company website or by sending their resume and cover letter to the contact person listed below.

Qualification and Experience High School Diploma/ GED

Legal