Sr. Legal Secretary

NPAworldwide; Hauppauge (NY); In loco; USD 70.000 - 75.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Health insurance credit

401(k) plan

Descrizione del lavoro

NPAworldwide is seeking a highly organized Legal Secretary to support attorneys at the Woodbury, Long Island office. Core duties include drafting, editing, and proofreading legal documents; managing case files; coordinating calendars; and maintaining professional communication with clients and court personnel.

The role requires meticulous attention to detail, discretion, and strong teamwork within a fast-paced legal environment.

Competenze

• Proven experience as a Legal Secretary, preferably in Estate Administration, family & business law.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and NYSCEF (New York State Courts Electronic Filing System).
• Strong organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to multitask and prioritize effectively in a deadline-driven environment.
• Strong interpersonal skills with a collaborative, team-oriented mindset.
• High level of discretion and ability to handle confidential information.

Mansioni

• Draft, edit, and proofread legal documents, including correspondence, pleadings, contracts, and memoranda.
• Maintain and organize case files, ensuring accuracy and up-to-date records.
• Conduct legal research and compile materials for case preparation.
• Manage attorney calendars, schedule meetings, and coordinate appointments.
• Communicate professionally with clients, court personnel, and external parties.
• Handle incoming calls, emails, and correspondence efficiently.
• Perform general administrative duties (filing, scanning, photocopying, etc.).

Conoscenze

Legal secretary experience

Strong organizational skills

Excellent written and verbal communic.

Multitasking / prioritization

Interpersonal skills

Discretion with confidential info

Strumenti

Microsoft Office

NYSCEF

Descrizione del lavoro

• Draft, edit, and proofread legal documents, including correspondence, pleadings, contracts, and memoranda
• Maintain and organize case files, ensuring accuracy and up-to-date records
• Conduct legal research and compile materials for case preparation
• Manage attorney calendars, schedule meetings, and coordinate appointments
• Communicate professionally with clients, court personnel, & external parties
• Handle incoming calls, emails, and correspondence efficiently

Job Description

• Draft, edit, and proofread legal documents, including correspondence, pleadings, contracts, and memoranda
• Maintain and organize case files, ensuring accuracy and up-to-date records
• Conduct legal research and compile materials for case preparation
• Manage attorney calendars, schedule meetings, and coordinate appointments
• Communicate professionally with clients, court personnel, & external parties
• Handle incoming calls, emails, and correspondence efficiently
• Perform general administrative duties (filing, scanning, photocopying, etc.)

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Legal Secretary, preferably in Estate Administration, family & business law
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and NYSCEF (New York State Courts Electronic Filing System)
• Strong organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to multitask and prioritize effectively in a deadline-driven environment
• Strong interpersonal skills with a collaborative, team-oriented mindset
• High level of discretion and ability to handle confidential information

Why Is This a Great Opportunity

Our client is seeking a highly organized and experienced Legal Secretary to support attorneys specializing in family and business law. Working out of the Woodbury (Long Island) Office, this is an excellent opportunity for a detail-oriented professional who thrives in a fast-paced legal environment.

• Salary commensurate with experience - Salary is between 75K-90K plus bonus (DOE).
• Health insurance credit
• 401(k) plan

Salary Type: Annual Salary

Salary Min: $ 70000

Salary Max: $ 75000

Currency Type: USD