Legal Assistant - Litigation

Lippes Mathias LLP; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Lippes Mathias LLP is seeking an experienced litigation Legal Assistant for their Buffalo office. The successful candidate will be essential in supporting administrative functions, with responsibilities including drafting legal documents, calendar management, and assisting with court filings. This role requires a minimum of two years of experience in a legal setting, along with strong skills in Microsoft Office and attention to detail.

Benefits

Medical plan

Dental plan

Vision plan

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Paid time off (PTO)

401(k) with profit sharing

Short-term and long-term disability

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of Legal Assistant experience.
• Typing speed of 65+ wpm.
• Knowledge of local, state and federal court rules.

Responsibilities

• Prepare memoranda for opening new matters.
• Draft, edit, and format legal documents.
• File with State and Federal Courts.

Skills

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Typing

Attention to detail

Communication

Tools

ProLaw

Job description

The Buffalo office of Lippes Mathias LLP is seeking an experienced litigation Legal Assistant to join our team. The successful candidate will be key to supporting the administrative functions of the group.

Responsibilities will include:

• Prepare memoranda for opening new matters
• Drafting, editing, and formatting of legal documents
• Monitor and update attorney and non-attorney professional calendar(s)
• Maintain time entry for billable hours for attorneys
• Prepare and send out transmittal letters
• Prepare and submit expense reports
• Save, print, scan, and file all transmittal documents on each file
• File with State and Federal Courts
• Prepare for depositions
• Assist with discovery
• Prepare and organize exhibits
• Perform general office duties as required

Our ideal Legal Assistant will have:

• Minimum 2 years of Legal Assistant experience
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook
• Experience with ProLaw preferred
• Accurate typing speed of 65+ wpm
• Experience with editing, revising and drafting of legal documents
• Ability to complete projects with little direction
• Knowledge of local, state and federal court rules
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• High accuracy rate and strong attention to detail
• Ability to maintain composure under pressure
• Ability to use discretion and handle confidential information
• Ability to meet deadlines and produce high quality work products

Salary range dependent on experience:$24-$28/hour

The pay range provided in this listing is a good faith estimate for this position based on the location that we are hiring for. Criteria included but not limited to, skill level, education, and experience, will determine where a candidate falls within the range.

Founded in 1965 in Buffalo, New York, Lippes Mathias is a full-service law firm with 16 offices and nearly 220 attorneys. We grow and thrive every day by way of our unique culture, which puts a premium on collegiality, collaboration, and support for our employees at every turn. You’ll quickly notice that we approach law differently at Lippes Mathias—we think ahead and around corners for our myriad regional, national, and international clients in a range of different industries. Rather than providing endless options and choices, we serve as business partners to our clients, delivering them the answers to their legal questions that advance their business outcomes.

To learn more about Lippes Mathias, visit our recruiting website: https://www.lippes.com/careers

Along with competitive pay, as a full-time employee you are eligible for the following benefits:

• Medical plan
• Dental plan (including orthodontic coverage)
• Vision plan
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Paid time off (PTO) inclusive of vacation, sick and personal leave
• 401(k) with guaranteed safe harbor contribution plus profit sharing
• Term Life and AD&D
• Short-term and long-term disability
• Additional Voluntary benefits: Specified Disease, Hospital and Accident plans
• Employee Assistance Program including mental health support
• Legal work discount program