Legal Administrative Assistant

Wavecrest Management; New York (NY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A family-owned management company in New York is seeking a paralegal to support its legal team. This role involves managing legal documents, assisting attorneys, and maintaining case files. Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma, paralegal certification, and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years relevant experience.
• Knowledge of LTX program and/or BJ Murray software is a plus.
• Self-starter with the ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Manage calendars and deadlines for attorneys.
• Prepare legal documents including motions and pleadings.
• Assist in preparing for court and managing case files.

Skills

Excellent written communication

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Flexibility

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Paralegal certificate from an ABA-accredited program

Completion of business school as a secretary

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

Job Description

Job Description

Responsibilities include but not limited to:

· Manage calendars, schedule appointments and maintain attorney’s deadlines

· Monitor electronic case files. As well as organize and maintain case files

· Gathers and compiles facts and relevant case information for court

· Assists attorneys in preparing for court, depositions and trials.

· Assist Attorneys in preparing legal documents such as pleadings and motions

· Excellent writing skills.

· Prepare legal documents such as rent demands, petitions, warrant requests, motions, and etc.

· Perform general clerical duties such as answering phones, filing and photocopying

· Reviewing court documents including stipulations of settlement

· Uploading court documents to New York State Court Electronic Filing System (NYSCEF)

o Petitions

o Affidavits

o Motions

· Data entry into LTX program and BJ Murray software – Knowledge of the LTX program and/or BJ Murray software is a plus but not required.

· Keeps clients informed by maintaining contact and communicating case progress.

· Maintains case costs by verifying outstanding balances with an attorney, clients, and providers.

· Protects the firm by keeping information confidential.

· Perform additional duties as required.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

· Self-starter; able to work independently as well as part of a team

· Excellent prioritization and time management skills to meet deadlines

· Ability to handle electronic and hard copy documents

· Strong interpersonal and organizational skills

· Excellent written and verbal communication skills

· Great team player

· High school diploma or equivalent

· Paralegal certificate from an ABA-accredited program highly desired

· Completion of business school as a secretary

· Minimum of 2 years or relevant experience

· Proficient in Excel Word and Microsoft outlook

· Ability to multi-task with flexibility and adaptability in a fast-paced environment.

Wavecrest Management provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Wavecrest Management complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, and termination.

Company Description

Wavecrest Management Team Ltd. is a full-service management company which began operations in 1979. Wavecrest Management is proudly family owned and operated alongside employees who are truly cared for. Wavecrest manages multiple properties across all boroughs in New York City and is continuously growing at a persistent rate.

Company Description

Wavecrest Management Team Ltd. is a full-service management company which began operations in 1979. Wavecrest Management is proudly family owned and operated alongside employees who are truly cared for. Wavecrest manages multiple properties across all boroughs in New York City and is continuously growing at a persistent rate.