Litigation Legal Secretary

Jobot; New York (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K match

Fully covered medical insurance

Dental

Vision

PTO

Sick time

Pet insurance

Job summary

A well-known mid-size law firm in New York is seeking a skilled Legal Secretary to support a dynamic legal team. The ideal candidate will have over 3 years of experience within litigation, possess strong legal documentation skills, and excel at managing multiple tasks. Responsibilities include organizing case files, assisting attorneys with deadlines, and coordinating depositions. The firm offers excellent benefits including a 401K match and fully covered medical insurance.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years as a Legal Secretary, preferably in litigation.
• Proficient in legal documentation and support services.
• Advanced knowledge of legal terminology and court rules.

Responsibilities

• Support Managing Attorney, Practice Administrator, and legal teams.
• Manage case files, deadlines, and attorney calendars.
• Coordinate depositions and handle legal exhibits.

Skills

Legal documentation preparation

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Microsoft Office Suite proficiency

Job description

Overview

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Job details

Great opportunity to join a well known mid size firm!

This Jobot Job is hosted by Ethan Goldman

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Salary $60,000 - $68,000 per year

A Bit About Us

Our client is a well known small to mid size plaintiff personal injury firm.

Why join us?

• 401K match
• Fully covered medical insurance
• Dental
• Vision
• PTO
• Sick time
• Pet insurance

Job Details

Responsibilities

• Supporting the Managing Attorney, Practice Administrator and attorney/paralegal teams, preparing correspondences, assisting with daily mail and periodically covering for paralegals and other support staff, as needed.
• Manage and organize case files, track and meet deadlines, and maintain calendars for attorneys.
• Provide comprehensive legal assistance, including coordinating depositions, arranging for court reporters, and handling exhibits.

Qualifications

• A minimum of 3 years of experience as a Legal Secretary, preferably within litigation.
• Proficient in preparing and handling legal documentation, providing legal assistance, and offering legal support services.
• Advanced knowledge of legal terminology and a strong understanding of court system rules and processes.
• Exceptional organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a keen attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, and Outlook) and legal software applications.

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