Legal Secretary (Litigation)

Tower Legal Solutions; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Paid maternity leave

Job summary

A legal services firm in New York is seeking a skilled Legal Secretary for its litigation team. The ideal candidate will manage legal documents, assist with court filings, and communicate professionally with clients and courts. Applicants must have at least 5 years of experience in a law firm environment, strong organizational skills, and proficiency in Microsoft Office. This full-time role offers a hybrid work model, with one remote day per week, and a salary range of $85,000 to $110,000.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience as a litigation legal secretary in a law firm setting.
• Strong knowledge of litigation procedures and e-filing systems (state and federal).
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, edit, and format legal documents, pleadings, and correspondence.
• Manage calendars, schedule meetings, and coordinate travel arrangements.
• Handle court filings and maintain case files.
• Monitor deadlines and assist with docketing.
• Communicate with clients, courts, and internal teams professionally.
• Process expense reports and assist with billing as needed.

Skills

Litigation procedures

Microsoft Office Suite

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Tools

Document management systems

Job description

Tower Legal Solutions provided pay range

This range is provided by Tower Legal Solutions. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$85,000.00/yr - $110,000.00/yr

Job Title: Legal Secretary – Litigation

Location: New York, NY (Hybrid: one remote day per week, Monday or Friday)

Schedule: 9:30 AM – 5:30 PM, Non-Exempt

Salary Range: $85,000 – $110,000

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Legal Secretary to provide comprehensive administrative support to a busy litigation team consisting of three litigation partners, one litigation counsel, and one privacy/data breach associate. The ideal candidate will be highly organized, detail-oriented, and adept at managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare, edit, and format legal documents, pleadings, and correspondence.
• Manage calendars, schedule meetings, and coordinate travel arrangements.
• Handle court filings (electronic and paper) and maintain case files.
• Monitor deadlines and assist with docketing.
• Communicate with clients, courts, and internal teams professionally and promptly.
• Process expense reports and assist with billing as needed.
• Maintain confidentiality and ensure compliance with firm policies.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience as a litigation legal secretary in a law firm setting.
• Strong knowledge of litigation procedures and e-filing systems (state and federal).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and document management systems.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines under pressure.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Seniority Level

• Associate

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Legal

Industries

• Legal Services

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid maternity leave