Legal Assistant - Multi-Practice Support & E-Filing

Rupp Pfalzgraf LLC; Buffalo (NY); Hybrid; USD 29,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Insurance (medical/dental/vision)

401k with firm match

Year-end bonus potential

Disability insurance

Employee assistance program

ID protection insurance

Group life insurance

Job summary

Rupp Pfalzgraf LLC, a full-service law firm in downtown Buffalo, seeks a Legal Assistant with 2+ years of experience to support multiple practice groups in our Buffalo office. The role emphasizes administrative and clerical support, coordinating with attorneys and staff, and strong organizational skills to meet deadlines.

We offer opportunities to grow within a collaborative environment and a competitive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Bachelor or equivalent not required; 2+ years of legal assistant experience preferred.
• Proven ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative and case support to attorneys across multiple practice groups.
• Prepare, file, and serve pleadings and other documents in NYS and federal courts.
• E-file via NYSCEF, PACER, and other e-filing systems as needed.
• Assist with discovery, track deadlines, and organize document production.
• Coordinate scheduling of depositions, hearings, mediations, and other matters.
• Maintain accurate records in the firm’s case management system.
• Communicate with attorneys, clients, courts, and opposing counsel regarding status.

Skills

Legal experience

Communication

Organization

Teamwork

Independent

Education

High school diploma

Associate degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Practice management software

Job description

Rupp Pfalzgraf LLC, a full-service law firm in downtown Buffalo, seeks a Legal Assistant with 2+ years of experience to support multiple practice groups in our Buffalo office. The role emphasizes administrative and clerical support, coordinating with attorneys and staff, and strong organizational skills to meet deadlines.

We offer opportunities to grow within a collaborative environment and a competitive benefits package.