Civil Litigation Legal Assistant - Hybrid Opportunity

Goldberg Segalla LLP; Buffalo (NY); Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

401(k) plan

Flexible spending

Job summary

Goldberg Segalla LLP in Buffalo seeks a Legal Assistant to provide administrative and secretarial support to assigned attorneys and backup to others. The role requires multitasking, strong organization, and excellent writing skills. After on-site training, the position may become hybrid.

The candidate should have 2-3 years of law firm experience, civil litigation exposure, and proficiency with Microsoft Office. Teamwork, detail orientation, and effective communication are essential to success.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of experience in a law firm.
• Civil Litigation experience required.
• Exceptional organization skills.
• Positive attitude and teamwork oriented.
• Excellent writing and communication skills.
• Ability to multitask and prioritize workload.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office programs.

Responsibilities

• Handle pressure, interruptions and multiple projects with changing priorities.
• Work as part of a team and independently with minimal supervision.
• Proficient in Word, Outlook, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Proofread and edit materials for extreme accuracy and clarity; process invoices.
• E-filing and preparation for discovery requests, responses, and motions.
• Knowledge of legal documents, terminology, and expense reporting.
• Assist with calendar calls, deposition scheduling, and travel plans.
• Other duties as assigned by HR Director.

Skills

Excellent writing

Communication

Multitasking

Teamwork

MS Office

Tools

Microsoft Word

Outlook

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Goldberg Segalla LLP in Buffalo seeks a Legal Assistant to provide administrative and secretarial support to assigned attorneys and backup to others. The role requires multitasking, strong organization, and excellent writing skills. After on-site training, the position may become hybrid.

The candidate should have 2-3 years of law firm experience, civil litigation exposure, and proficiency with Microsoft Office. Teamwork, detail orientation, and effective communication are essential to success.