Legal Secretary/Assistant

Classic Westchester•White Plains, NY

13h•Hybrid

About The Position

We are seeking a legal assistant with prior law office experience to assist attorneys in all phases of litigation. requires four days a week in office and one day remote, following a minimum of six weeks in-office training. Candidates must be eager to learn, organized and able to multitask in a fast-paced environment. Experience in insurance defense litigation is a plus but not mandatory. As a legal assistant, you will support attorneys in managing case files and ensuring the smooth operation of the law office. Your core skills in litigation, document review, and legal tasks will be essential for preparing legal documents and maintaining case management systems. Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Word and Excel, will aid in your daily responsibilities. With your attention to detail and organizational skills, you will contribute significantly to the efficiency of the legal team and the overall success of our practice.

Requirements

2+ years' prior legal assistant experience in a law office.
Computer proficiency in MS Word, Outlook, Excel & Adobe Acrobat
Highly proficient in typing with excellent grammatical accuracy
Exceptional verbal and written communication, knowledge and understanding of legal terminology and procedures
Skilled in preparing, reviewing, and finalizing legal documents with meticulous attention to accuracy, formatting, and compliance with filing and service procedures
Proficiency with electronic filings in the State and Federal Courts

Nice To Haves

Experience in insurance defense litigation is a plus but not mandatory.

Responsibilities

Insurance defense litigation support
Draft answers and finalize and serve pleadings, discovery documents, notices, stipulations, briefs, motions, affidavits, RJI's, etc.
Proficiency editing legal documents and ensuring accuracy
Preparation of reports for insurance carriers.
Assist with document productions and redactions
Assist with preparation of witness/exhibit lists and trial binders
Assist with retention of expert witnesses, preparation of expert indexes, production of records
Communicate with clients and coordinate with support services, opposing law firms and courts
E-filing & E-Service (State & Federal)
Case management and calendar management for assigned caseload
Organizing and maintaining case files, including electronic files and document management systems
Entering and managing information in databases and spreadsheets
Updating attorney case lists
Additional administrative duties