Word Processor/Document Services Specialist

LEGACY LEGAL RECRUITING LLC•New York, NY

8d•$75,000 - $90,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Our client is seeking a technical administrative professional responsible for the high-level creation, formatting, and management of complex legal documents. The ideal candidate thrives in a deadline-oriented, fast-paced environment, possesses strong organizational skills and the ability to prioritize tasks, and maintains strict confidentiality. Must also be ethical and trustworthy with a polished and professional presence.

Requirements

2+ years of experience in a law firm.
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and legal-specific tools like Litera, Best Authority, or Adobe Acrobat Professional.
Exceptional attention to detail, the ability to handle confidential information discreetly, and resilience in a high-pressure, deadline-driven environment.
Typing Speed: 70+ wpm with high accuracy.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree is strongly preferred

Responsibilities

Creating, revising, and reformatting complex legal documents such as pleadings, briefs, contracts, and correspondence.
Generating Tables of Authorities (TOA), Tables of Contents (TOC), and automated cross-referencing.
Repairing corrupted document files and resolving complex formatting issues in Microsoft Word or specialized legal software.
Converting documents between multiple file formats (e.g., PDF to Word) and producing "redline" or "blackline" comparisons to track changes between versions.
Organizing and maintaining electronic and physical filing systems within a Document Management System (DMS) like iManage or NetDocs.
Perform EDGAR filings as necessary.
Assisting with e-filing in state and federal courts, preparing closing binders with hyperlinked indexes, and occasionally transcribing audio dictation.