Legal Administrative Assistant
About The Position
Wilson Elser's New York City office seeks a dynamic and detail-oriented Legal Administrative Assistant to support our thriving litigation practice. This role offers an exciting opportunity to become an integral part of a collaborative team in a fast-paced legal environment. Our firm is committed to attracting and retaining professionals who value each other and the service we provide by embracing Teamwork, Collaboration, Client Service, and Innovation. If you are a motivated professional looking for a long-term fit where you can grow in a role, and will be valued and empowered, then we invite you to apply to our Legal Administrative Assistant position in our New York City Office.
Requirements
- Minimum of 3 years litigation experience, including familiarity with legal filing, e-filing processes, and preparation of tables and authorities.
- Knowledge of New York and New Jersey state and federal court procedures and rules.
- A collaborative attitude and willingness to take on new challenges.
- Exceptional organizational skills with a proven ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Outlook, Excel).
- Strong typing skills with meticulous attention to detail.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Nice To Haves
- Current Notary Public License preferred.
Responsibilities
- Prepare and format legal filings, including proofreading, redacting and organizing exhibits.
- Manage electronic filings with state and federal courts, ensuring compliance with court rules and procedures.
- Open and maintain new client matters, including document organization, indexing, and electronic file management.
- Conduct research and retrieve court decisions from Westlaw.
- Prepare correspondence, including cover letters for billing statements.
- Accurately input billing information into the firm’s billing software.
- Schedule and coordinate conferences, depositions, and maintain attorney calendars.
- Process and track third party vendor invoices and collaborate closely with the accounting department.
Benefits
- 401(k) retirement savings plan
- medical insurance
- dental insurance
- vision insurance
- disability insurance
- life insurance
- generous PTO plan
- Access to corporate discount plans
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
