Practice Assistant

Legacy Legal Recruiting; New York (NY); Vor Ort; USD 50.000 - 70.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Legacy Legal Recruiting is seeking a Practice Assistant to support a busy team of attorneys in New York. This is an excellent opportunity for individuals who excel in fast-paced legal environments and enjoy managing document operations and client communications.

The role encompasses preparing legal documents, managing schedules, and coordinating communications. Ideal candidates will have experience in a similar role, possess strong organizational skills, and maintain a high level of professionalism and confidentiality.

Qualifikationen

• Experience in a similar legal support or administrative role within a law firm.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Aufgaben

• Prepare, format, and proofread legal documents.
• Manage complex calendars, scheduling, and deadlines.
• Serve as a key point of contact for client communication.

Kenntnisse

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Confidentiality

Proficiency with Microsoft Office

Tools

Legal systems

Jobbeschreibung

A well-established and highly respected law firm is seeking a Practice Assistant to support a busy team of attorneys. This is a great opportunity for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, professional environment and enjoys being at the center of day-to-day legal operations and document management for a busy Equity partner.

What You’ll Do:

• Prepare, format, and proofread legal documents (correspondence, pleadings, contracts, etc.)
• Manage complex calendars, scheduling, and deadlines
• Serve as a key point of contact for client communication
• Assist with billing, time entry, and expense coordination
• Support travel arrangements and logistical planning
• Help manage new matter intake, conflicts checks, and file setup
• Provide day-to-day administrative and operational support to attorneys
• Utilize legal and business systems to maintain efficient workflows
• Provide coverage for other team members

What We’re Looking For:

• Experience in a similar legal support or administrative role within a law firm
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent communication and professionalism
• High level of discretion and confidentiality
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Native Word Format, and legal systems

This role offers the opportunity to join a collaborative, high-performing legal team where you can make a meaningful impact.

Reach out directly or apply to learn more.