Legal Staff Legal Secretary in New York City, NY

Law Firm

New York City, NY

Legal Staff Legal Secretary in New York City, NY

Legal Staff

2-5 yrs required

No

Job Title: Legal Assistant/Secretary

Job Responsibilities:

As a Legal Assistant/Secretary at the law firm, you will be expected to perform a variety of duties that support the litigation efforts of multiple lawyers in the Manhattan office. These responsibilities include:

- Drafting and formatting letters and legal documents to ensure they meet the necessary legal standards and requirements.
- Scheduling depositions and managing travel arrangements to facilitate the smooth progression of legal proceedings.
- Calendar management to keep track of important dates and deadlines.
- E-filing motions and other pleadings in accordance with local Circuit and District Court procedures in New York.
- Organizing discovery materials to assist in the preparation and execution of litigation strategies.
- Trial preparation including organizing and preparing documents and materials needed for court appearances.
- Processing records and billing edits to maintain accurate financial records.
- Managing expense reports to ensure compliance with internal policies.
- Performing other general office administration functions as needed to support the legal team.

Education and Experience Information:

The role requires:

- A strong working knowledge of document preparation requirements and filing procedures for court submissions in local Circuit and District Courts in New York.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines effectively.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office to handle various administrative tasks.
- A proactive work style, taking initiative to anticipate attorney needs.
- Familiarity with document management systems to efficiently handle legal documents and materials.

Desired qualifications include:

- 2-5 years of legal support experience, preferably in a similar role.
- A high school diploma or GED is required.
- Experience in insurance defense is preferred but not mandatory.

Salary Information:

The salary for the Legal Assistant/Secretary position at the law firm ranges from $55,000 to $65,000 annually.

The law firm offers a comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees, which includes:

- Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
- Paid time off and sick leave accrual.
- 401(k) plan and profit sharing.
- Life and accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D) insurance.
- A flexible spending program for eligible expenses.

The law firm is committed to being an equal opportunity employer. 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.