Legal Administrative Assistant-Litigation

Posted 2 days ago

perennial resources internationalBrooklyn (NY)

Legal Secretaries and Administrative Assistants Offices of Lawyers

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About the role

THIS ROLE WILL BE ONSITE 5 DAYS PER WEEK IN MANHATTAN.Well-established NYC law firm is seeking a detail-oriented Legal Administrative Assistant to support partners and attorneys in the Litigation department. This role is a great opportunity for someone with law firm administrative assistant experience who enjoys working closely with attorneys.

Job Title: Administrative Assistant

The ideal candidate will exhibit high standards, excellent communication skills, and have an ability to take initiative, and prioritize daily tasks. A strong ability to take charge and meet tight deadlines will ensure your success in this multi-faceted role.

Responsibilities: Assist attorneys in busy litigation department with drafting of various legal documents. Assist attorneys with timesheets and reports. Handle word-processing: pleadings, discovery, depositions, notices, correspondence, memos, and briefs. Prepare and format Excel spreadsheets. Edit, format, proofread and finalize legal pleadings which include preparing table of contents and table of authorities. Screen and forward telephone calls to appropriate recipient. Type accurately and proofread work. Assist with formatting Letters, Memorandums, Briefs, Motions, etc. Prepare New Case Forms & E-mail New Case Opening. Enter time in 3E.Prepare Check Request forms. Prepare Amex and Out of Pocket Statements. Prepare Travel Authorization Forms, Travel Memos, & Benefit Day Memos. Organize various binders w/ tabs. Photocopying & Filing

Additional Responsibilities: Reception coverage on a daily/ weekly basis.

Job Qualifications: Expert knowledge of Legal Documents. Expert knowledge of Word and Excel. TOA and TOC knowledge preferred

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