Legal Assistant

Conboy Law Injury & Medical Malpractice Lawyers; New York (NY); On-site; USD 26,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Health insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Conboy Law Injury & Medical Malpractice Lawyers in Manhattan, NY, seeks a highly organized Legal Assistant to support attorneys and paralegals with administrative tasks, file management, and client intake.

The position requires a high school diploma, proficiency in Microsoft Office, strong communication, and meticulous attention to detail. This full-time role offers 40 hours weekly and pay from $19 to $20 per hour.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; associate degree or paralegal certificate preferred.
• At least 1 year of experience in a legal office, preferably personal injury.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and legal case management software.
• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; confidentiality maintained.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support to attorneys and paralegals.
• Answer phones, schedule appointments, greet clients.
• Maintain and organize case files and legal records.
• Assist with client intake and gather case information.
• Conduct basic legal research and document retrieval.
• Coordinate with insurance companies, medical providers, and others.
• Track deadlines and statute of limitations for cases.
• Assist with billing and invoicing tasks.
• Perform general office duties such as filing, copying, and mail distribution.
• Assist clients with No-Fault insurance.

Skills

Organizational skills

Multitasking

Written and verbal communication

Attention to detail

Confidentiality

Education

High school diploma

Associate's degree or paralegal certificate

Tools

Microsoft Office

Legal case management software

Job description

Position Type: Full Time
Locations: Manhattan, NY
Salary: $19 - $20 an hour

We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Legal Assistant to join our team. As a Legal Assistant, you will provide valuable support to our legal team and assist in various administrative tasks. Your role will be crucial in ensuring the smooth operation of our legal department.

Requirements:

• High school diploma required; associate's degree or paralegal certificate preferred
• At least 1 year of experience in a legal office setting, preferably in personal injury law
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite and legal case management software
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities
• Attention to detail and accuracy in document preparation
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information

Responsibilities:

• Provide administrative support to attorneys and paralegals
• Answer phones, schedule appointments, and greet clients
• Maintain and organize case files and legal records
• Assist with client intake and gather relevant case information
• Conduct basic legal research and document retrieval
• Coordinate with insurance companies, medical providers, and other parties
• Track deadlines and statute of limitations for cases
• Assist with billing and invoicing tasks
• Perform general office duties such as filing, copying, and mail distribution
• Assist clients with No-Fault insurance

Note: This job description is intended to provide a general overview of the position. It is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, or qualifications required for the role.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $20.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

• 401(k)
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Conboy Law is a Chicago personal injury law firm focused on helping people recover after serious accidents and negligence-related injuries. Led by founding attorney Joseph Conboy, the firm handles cases involving car and truck accidents, medical malpractice, wrongful death, premises liability, product liability, and other personal injury matters. Clients receive direct legal guidance, clear communication, and representation focused on pursuing fair compensation.

Areas We Serve

Conboy Law represents injury victims throughout Chicago and communities across Illinois, including Aurora, Elgin, Joliet, Naperville, Waukegan, and surrounding areas. Whether a case involves a vehicle crash, medical negligence, construction injury, or another serious accident, the firm helps clients understand their options and pursue the compensation available under Illinois law.