Experienced Legal Assistant in New York

Meister Seelig & Fein LLP.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 44,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Meister Seelig & Fein LLP is seeking a dedicated Legal Assistant to support our dynamic team across Real Estate, Litigation, and Intellectual Property practice areas. The role emphasizes meticulous document management, legal drafting, and executive administrative support to senior attorneys.

You will manage files, prepare matter sheets, coordinate calendars, and liaise with clients, attorneys, and internal teams, ensuring efficient operation of our busy law firm.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Legal Assistant or in a similar role within a law firm.
• Proficiency in legal drafting and writing skills.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently.
• Experience providing executive administrative support to senior attorneys or executives.
• Knowledge of contract law and related documentation processes.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage and organize legal files using iManage and other document management systems.
• Assist attorneys in drafting legal documents and correspondence.
• Prepare case files for court hearings and meetings.
• Maintain schedules, coordinate appointments, and manage deadlines for attorneys.
• Communicate effectively with clients and attorneys
• Assist in preparing matter sheets and entering expenses.
• Answer phones and communicate with clients and attorneys.
• Manage calendars and deadlines.

Skills

Legal drafting

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Independent worker

Tools

iManage

Job description

We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Legal Assistant to join our dynamic legal team. The ideal candidate will provide essential support in various areas of law, including Real Estate, Litigation, and Intellectual Property. This role requires strong organizational skills, proficiency in legal drafting, and familiarity with document management systems such as iManage. The Legal Assistant will play a crucial role in ensuring the smooth operation of our legal practice by managing files, assisting with document preparation, and providing executive administrative support.

Responsibilities

• Manage and organize legal files using iManage and other document management systems.
• Assist attorneys in drafting legal documents and correspondence.
• Prepare case files for court hearings and meetings.
• Maintain schedules, coordinate appointments, and manage deadlines for attorneys.
• Communicate effectively with clients and attorneys
• Assist in preparing matter sheets and entering expenses.
• Answer phones and communicate with clients and attorneys.
• Manage calendars and deadlines.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Legal Assistant or in a similar role within a law firm.
• Proficiency in legal drafting and writing skills.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently.
• Experience providing executive administrative support to senior attorneys or executives.
• Knowledge of contract law and related documentation processes.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment.

Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $32.00 – $38.00 per hour
Expected hours: 35 – 40 per week