Legal Admin Support Specialist - Hybrid NY

Lee County Electric Cooperative (LCEC); New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld LLP in New York, NY is seeking a Legal Support Assistant to back the Corporate practice. The role reports to Attorneys and the Secretarial Manager with hybrid work capabilities and emphasizes superior client service.

Responsibilities include drafting/editing documents, travel planning, file maintenance, and collaborating with firm departments to support attorneys and clients. A four-year degree and MS Office proficiency are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• 1 year of internship or professional services experience preferred.
• Strong MS Office skills and typing speed of 60 wpm.

Responsibilities

• Assist attorneys with drafting/editing documents, travel arrangements, and coordination of mail and emails.
• Maintain and organize case/client files in the document management system.
• Coordinate with Administrative Resource Center on client matters, bills, and time/expense reports.
• Answer phones, schedule appointments, and coordinate meetings for client and practice group activities.
• Proofread, redline, and ensure accuracy of copy, format, and grammar.

Skills

MS Office Proficiency

Typing 60 wpm

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld LLP in New York, NY is seeking a Legal Support Assistant to back the Corporate practice. The role reports to Attorneys and the Secretarial Manager with hybrid work capabilities and emphasizes superior client service.

Responsibilities include drafting/editing documents, travel planning, file maintenance, and collaborating with firm departments to support attorneys and clients. A four-year degree and MS Office proficiency are required.