Legal Assistant (3+)

O'Hagan Meyer; New York (NY); À distance; USD 61 000 - 115 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Health Plan

401k

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Family Leave

Disability Insurance

Training & Development

Free Snacks

Wellness Resources

Commuter Benefits

Résumé du poste

O'Hagan Meyer is seeking a highly organized litigation Legal Assistant to support our New York City office remotely. You will assist a team of attorneys with case management, drafting and filing legal documents, and maintaining case files in a fast-paced environment.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years in litigation support, strong knowledge of NYSCEF, Pacer and ECF systems, excellent communication, and meticulous attention to detail.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or Paralegal Certificate or equivalent experience
• 3+ years of prior work experience as a legal assistant or related role in litigation
• Must have New York courts filing experience
• Familiarity with law, legal procedures, and protocols
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite, Adobe Acrobat, NYSCEF, Pacer and ECF Filing Systems
• Previous iManage experience preferred but not required
• Prior remote work experience
• Exceptional organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to multitask
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Ability to work independently but also as part of a team
• Strong understanding of client confidentiality rules

Responsabilités

• Provide comprehensive litigation support to multiple attorneys, managing heavy and complex caseloads
• Prepare, revise, proofread, and format pleadings, motions, briefs, discovery, and correspondence in compliance with applicable court rules
• Prepare court filings for state, federal and appellate courts, including electronic and traditional filings
• Coordinate travel arrangements, submit, and track travel and expense reimbursements
• Assist with discovery and trial support, including document production and exhibit preparation
• Create and maintain filing systems and databases for accurate data retrieval
• Maintain and monitor litigation calendars, including deadlines, hearings, depositions, and trial dates
• Perform other duties as assigned

Connaissances

Communication skills

Multitasking

Organizational skills

Formation

Bachelor's Degree

Paralegal Certificate

Outils

Microsoft Office

Adobe Acrobat

NYSCEF

Pacer

ECF Filing Systems

Description du poste

O'Hagan Meyer is looking for an organized and professional litigation Legal Assistant to join our New York City law office. This individual will provide vital assistance to a team of attorneys by handling case-related tasks, preparing a variety of legal documentation, and managing case files. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, proficient in legal terminology, and understands the electronic filing procedures in State and Federal Courts. This will be full-time, remote position.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive litigation support to multiple attorneys, managing heavy and complex caseloads
• Prepare, revise, proofread, and format pleadings, motions, briefs, discovery, and correspondence in compliance with applicable court rules
• Prepare court filings for state, federal and appellate courts, including electronic and traditional filings
• Coordinate travel arrangements. Prepare, submit, and track travel and expense reimbursements
• Assist with discovery and trial support, including document production, exhibit preparation, and court filings. Support scanning, photocopying, and binder preparation as needed
• Create and maintain filing systems and databases in compliance with office policies to ensure accurate and efficient data retrieval
• Maintain and monitor litigation calendars, including deadlines, hearings, depositions, and trial dates
• Perform other duties as assigned

O'Hagan Meyer is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

O'Hagan Meyer participates in E-Verify.

Salary: $61,000 to $115,000

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree, Paralegal Certificate or equivalent experience
• 3+ years of prior work experience as a legal assistant, legal secretary, or related role in litigation
• Must have New York courts filing experience
• Familiarity with law, legal procedures, and protocols
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite, Adobe Acrobat, NYSCEF, Pacer and ECF Filing Systems
• Previous iManage experience preferred but not required
• Prior remote work
• Exceptional organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to multitask
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Ability to work independently but also as part of a team
• Strong understanding of client confidentiality rules

Benefits

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental, & Vision)
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary, & AD&D)
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick Leave, & Company Holidays)
• Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)
• Short Term & Long-Term Disability
• Training & Development
• Free Food & Snacks in Office
• Wellness Resources
• Commuter Benefits