Legal Assistant – Practice Support | Multi‑Practice Role

Cullen and Dykman LLP

Uniondale (NY)

On-site

USD 50,000 - 70,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Cullen and Dykman LLP in Uniondale, NY is seeking an experienced Legal Assistant – Practice Support to join our busy office. You will provide legal and administrative support across multiple practice groups, ensuring coverage during absences and busy periods.

The ideal candidate is highly organized, able to manage multiple priorities, and comfortable supporting multiple attorneys and matters including loan closings and litigation. Proficiency with Word, Outlook, and Excel is preferred.

Qualifications

2+ years of legal assistant or comparable law firm experience.
Bachelor’s degree preferred, but not required.
Experience supporting loan closings and litigation matters preferred.
Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Outlook, and Excel; experience with legal document management and practice management systems preferred.
Strong written and verbal communication skills and excellent organizational skills.

Responsibilities

Provide legal and administrative support to attorneys and paralegals across multiple practice groups based on coverage and workload needs.
Prepare, format, proofread, and revise legal documents, correspondence, transmittal letters, and other materials.
Maintain and organize physical and electronic client and matter files.
Assist with commercial and residential loan closing matters, including reviewing documents for completeness and coordinating with clients and other parties.
Provide administrative support for litigation matters, including document preparation, filing, and case file management.
Coordinate meetings, appointments, and other scheduling needs.
Enter attorney time and billing information and assist with related billing and invoicing tasks as needed.