Job Description
Job Description
**Job Summary:**
Join our esteemed law firm as a Legal Assistant, where you will play a crucial role in supporting our legal team. We are looking for a detail-oriented individual with a passion for the legal field to assist in various legal tasks and provide administrative support.
**Responsibilities:**
- Perform administrative tasks including scheduling appointments, answering and screening calls, managing calendars, and organizing files.
-Conduct legal research on various topics.
- Assist in preparing legal documents, such as briefs, pleadings, and contracts.
- Support attorneys in preparing for trials and hearings by organizing evidence and exhibits.
- Conduct interviews with clients to gather relevant information for cases.
- Assist in drafting correspondence and communicating with clients.
- Utilize legal software such as Clio for document management and billing purposes.
**Requirements:**
- Proven experience as a Legal Assistant or similar role.
- Knowledge of legal terminology and procedures.
- Familiarity with conducting legal research and utilizing resources effectively.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize tasks efficiently.
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
- Experience in areas such as paralegal work, litigation support, or legal research is preferred.
**About the Firm:**
Our law firm is dedicated to providing top-notch legal services in various practice areas. We offer a dynamic work environment that encourages growth and learning. Employees enjoy competitive benefits including employer-paid health insurance, Paid Time-Off, 401K options, merit-based bonuses, and annual raises based on performance.
Join our team as a Legal Assistant and be part of a professional setting where your skills are valued and opportunities for advancement are available.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $20.00 - $23.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Ability to Commute:
- New York, NY 10006 (Required)
Work Location: In person