Legal Support Specialist

The Goodkind Group, LLC; New York (NY); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

The Goodkind Group, LLC in New York is seeking a Legal Support Specialist to join our in‑house team. You will work closely with attorneys, organize matters, ensure document accuracy, and keep day‑to‑day workflows running smoothly.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years in a law firm or professional services, a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent, and strong attention to detail. Proficiency with Microsoft Office and familiarity with e‑filing and court procedures are required.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in a law firm or professional services.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Professional demeanor with strong client-service orientation.
• Ability to handle confidential information and work under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day support to a group of attorneys
• Prepare, edit, proofread, and format legal and business documents
• Maintain and organize electronic and physical legal files
• Update case information and manage scanning and filing
• Coordinate document deliveries and track executed documentation
• Communicate with clients, opposing counsel, courts, and external contacts
• Support time entry, travel arrangements, invoices, and expenses
• Collaborate with paralegals and other support professionals
• Manage competing priorities and meet deadlines
• Identify firm resources and technology to improve efficiency

Skills

Attention to detail

Client service orientation

Time management

Professional demeanor

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

E-filing systems

Job description

A well-established law firm is looking for a Legal Support Specialist to join its New York team. This person will work closely with attorneys and other legal professionals, helping keep matters organized, documents accurate, and day-to-day workflows running smoothly.

The role:

The Legal Support Specialist will provide comprehensive legal, technical, document processing, and administrative support to attorneys within the assigned practice group.

Key responsibilities:

• Provide day-to-day support to a group of attorneys
• Prepare, edit, proofread, and format a variety of legal and business documents
• Maintain and organize electronic and physical legal files
• Update case information and manage document scanning and filing
• Coordinate document deliveries and track executed documentation
• Communicate with clients, opposing counsel, courts, and other external contacts
• Support attorneys with time entry, travel arrangements, invoices, and expenses
• Collaborate with paralegals and other legal support professionals
• Manage competing priorities while meeting strict deadlines
• Identify and leverage appropriate firm resources and technology to improve efficiency

What we're looking for:

• 3+ years of experience within a law firm or professional services environment
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience preferred
• Experience with e-filing and familiarity with state and federal court procedures
• Exceptional attention to detail and strong organizational skills
• Professional demeanor and strong client-service orientation
• Sound judgment when handling confidential and sensitive information
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet strict deadlines
• Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
• Understanding of AI capabilities, limitations, and responsible use in a professional environment

Work environment:

This is an in-office position in New York, with regular in-office presence required for day-to-day operations, team meetings, training, and relationship building.

Flexibility to work overtime as needed is required.