Legal Secretary

Innovative Driven; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic legal staffing agency is seeking a Legal Secretary to support litigation at a leading law firm. The role is hybrid, requiring 4 days in office and 1 day remote. Responsibilities include managing court filings, maintaining client matters, and proofreading legal documents. Candidates should have at least 3 years of litigation experience, familiarity with court procedures, and strong organizational skills. This position offers the opportunity to work closely with attorneys and contribute to a fast-paced legal environment.

Qualifications

• Three or more years of litigation experience, including legal filing/e-filing.
• Familiarity with NY and NJ state and federal court procedures.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite is essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage filings with state and federal courts.
• Open and maintain new client matters.
• Prepare and format legal filings.

Skills

Litigation experience

Organizational skills

Microsoft Office Suite

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Job description

Innovative Driven is seeking a dynamic Legal Secretary to support the litigation practice at a leading law firm client! This role will be hybrid (4 days in office with 1 day remote) in either their NYC office or White Plains, NY office, based on your location.

Responsibilities:

• Manage filings with state and federal courts
• Ensure compliance with court rules and procedures
• Open and maintain new client matters
• Conduct research and retrieve court decisions from Westlaw
• Prepare and format legal filings, including proofreading, redacting, and organizing exhibits
• Schedule and coordinate conferences, depositions, and meetings
• Maintain attorney calendars
• Process and track invoices
• Collaborate closely with the accounting department
• Accurately input billing information

Qualifications:

• Three or more years of litigation experience, including familiarity with legal filing/e-filing and preparation of tables and authorities
• Knowledge of NY and NJ state and federal court procedures and rules
• Exceptional organizational skills and ability to multitask in fast-paced environments
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Excel, Word)
• Strong typing skills and attention to detail
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills