Legal Assistant (L&T Litigation)

Jobot; New York (NY); Presencial; USD 90 000 - 110 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Comprehensive benefits package

Resumo da oferta

Jobot in Manhattan is seeking a highly motivated Permanent Legal Assistant (L&T Litigation) to support our litigation team in housing, residential, commercial, holdover and nonpayment cases. This role emphasizes accuracy, organization, and timely delivery of legal work.

Candidates should have at least 2 years of experience, strong research and writing skills, and excellent verbal communication. Proficiency with Microsoft Office and legal research tools is essential.

Qualificações

• Minimum of 2 years of experience as a Legal Assistant or similar role in a law firm or corporate legal department.
• Proven experience with litigation, housing court, residential, commercial, holdover, and nonpayment cases.
• Strong knowledge of legal research methods and legal terminology.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook), legal research software, and case management systems.
• Paralegal certification or equivalent legal education is preferred.

Responsabilidades

• Assist in all aspects of litigation, including drafting pleadings, discovery, and court filings.
• Attend housing court proceedings and assist with residential, commercial, holdover, and nonpayment cases.
• Conduct legal research and assist in the preparation of legal memorandums, briefs, and other documents.
• Manage case files, maintain case calendars, and track deadlines.
• Coordinate with clients, opposing counsel, and court personnel.
• Assist with the preparation and review of client billing and expense reports.
• Provide general administrative support to attorneys, including scheduling meetings, maintaining files, and answering phones.
• Stay current on legal trends and changes in the law to provide the most accurate and timely advice to our clients.

Conhecimentos

Legal research

Written & verbal communication

Multitasking

Organizational skills

Microsoft Office Suite

Formação académica

Paralegal certification or equivalent

Ferramentas

Microsoft Office Suite

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Salary: $90,000 - $110,000 per year

About us

Based in Manhattan we are an award-winning Lawfirm specializing in Real Estate Law across New York and the USA.

Why join us?

• Competitive Base Salary!
• Competitive Bonus Package!
• The Most Comprehensive Benefits Package in the USA!

Job Details

We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Permanent Legal Assistant (L&T Litigation) to join our dynamic legal team. This is an exciting opportunity for a candidate with a strong background in litigation, housing court, residential, commercial, holdover, and nonpayment cases. The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of experience in a similar role, with a proven ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines in a fast-paced environment. This role will provide comprehensive legal support to our team and will have a significant impact on our ongoing cases.

Responsibilities

• Assist in all aspects of litigation, including drafting pleadings, discovery, and court filings.
• Attend housing court proceedings and assist with residential, commercial, holdover, and nonpayment cases.
• Conduct legal research and assist in the preparation of legal memorandums, briefs, and other documents.
• Manage case files, maintain case calendars, and track deadlines.
• Coordinate with clients, opposing counsel, and court personnel.
• Assist with the preparation and review of client billing and expense reports.
• Provide general administrative support to attorneys, including scheduling meetings, maintaining files, and answering phones.
• Stay current on legal trends and changes in the law to provide the most accurate and timely advice to our clients.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of experience as a Legal Assistant or similar role in a law firm or corporate legal department.
• Proven experience with litigation, housing court, residential, commercial, holdover, and nonpayment cases.
• Strong knowledge of legal research methods and legal terminology.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook), legal research software, and case management systems.
• Paralegal certification or equivalent legal education is preferred.

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