Legal Administrative Assistant: Dynamic Support for Lawyers

Considine Search; New York (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Considine Search in New York, NY seeks an Administrative Assistant to provide secretarial, technical, and organizational support to lawyers and managerial staff. This dynamic role requires professionalism, clear communication, and sound judgment.

You will manage calendars, assist with drafting documents, handle travel arrangements, and coordinate client interactions, with a focus on accuracy, discretion, and timely follow-through in a fast-paced legal environment.

Qualifications

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to prioritize tasks.
• High attention to detail and accuracy in proofreading and data entry.
• Professionalism and discretion in handling sensitive information.
• Proactive problem-solver with initiative and reliability.
• Ability to collaborate with internal teams and clients.

Responsibilities

• Manage an assignment desk and coordinate attorney schedules.
• Serve as gatekeeper to attorney practices and client communications.
• Interact with attorneys, legal teams, and clients.
• Maintain calendars, schedule appointments, and organize meetings.
• Draft, revise, and prepare correspondence and legal documents.
• Coordinate travel arrangements and secure required documentation.
• Enter attorney time and track reimbursable expenses.
• Prepare client bills and assist with year-end activities and collections.
• Develop knowledge of practice groups and departmental operations.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Discretion and professionalism

Proactive problem-solving

Time management

Client interaction

Team collaboration

Data entry

Education

Associate Degree or higher

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Considine Search in New York, NY seeks an Administrative Assistant to provide secretarial, technical, and organizational support to lawyers and managerial staff. This dynamic role requires professionalism, clear communication, and sound judgment.

You will manage calendars, assist with drafting documents, handle travel arrangements, and coordinate client interactions, with a focus on accuracy, discretion, and timely follow-through in a fast-paced legal environment.