F/T LEGAL SECRETARY

Forchelli Deegan Terrana LLP•Town of Hempstead, NY

3d•$65,000 - $85,000•Onsite

About The Position

Prestigious, full-service Long Island law firm seeks a full-time Legal Secretary for its Land Use and Zoning Department to work directly with senior attorneys and professional staff in a collegial, team-oriented environment. The ideal candidate is a highly organized, detail-oriented self-starter who thrives in a fast-paced yet collaborative and collegial setting. The ability to independently manage schedules, anticipate needs, stay ahead of deadlines, and see matters through to completion is essential.

Requirements

Strong proficiency in Microsoft Word
Transcription skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Exceptional attention to detail
Professionalism
Ability to prioritize and work independently
Prompt, dependable, organized
Able to take initiative with minimal supervision
Able to contribute positively to a collegial office culture

Responsibilities

Providing high-level administrative and secretarial support to a team of attorneys
Preparing and filing land use and zoning applications through various municipal and agency portals
Managing appointment calendars, scheduling and coordinating meetings and conference calls
Monitoring deadlines and maintaining accurate, well-organized files and records
Communicating professionally with clients, municipalities, consultants, and other professionals
Handling phones, correspondence, and general office responsibilities
Transcription and preparation of correspondence and other legal documents
Assisting attorneys with application preparation, submissions, and follow-up
Proactively tracking outstanding items to ensure deadlines and commitments are consistently met