Legal Administrative Assistant
Friedman Williams · New York, New York, United States
FULL TIMEpermanent
Job Description
Legal Administrative Assistant – New York, NY
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A New York law firm is seeking an experienced Legal Practice Assistant to provide comprehensive administrative and legal support to multiple attorneys and paralegals. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented professional who thrives in a fast-paced law firm environment and delivers exceptional client service.
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 9:30 AM–5:30 PM
Key ResponsibilitiesPrepare, edit, format, and finalize legal documents, including briefs, pleadings, and litigation materials.Manage new client and matter intake, conflict checks, waiver letters, and auditor response letters.Enter attorney time accurately and meet daily deadlines.Coordinate client billing, receivables, and billing reports in collaboration with the Accounting Department.Maintain electronic and paper files, including email filing through iManage.Coordinate attorney calendars, meetings, conferences, and travel arrangements.Prepare and submit attorney expense reports.Handle client communications, including phone calls, emails, and inquiries.Review and route incoming mail and provide backup support to other Legal Practice Assistants as needed.
QualificationsMinimum of 4 years of Legal Practice Assistant experience in a law firm, supporting multiple attorneys.Experience formatting briefs, pleadings, and other litigation documents.Knowledge of e-filing and New York State and federal court procedures.Securities Litigation and Enforcement experience preferred.Familiarity with bankruptcy litigation preferred.Bachelor’s degree preferred.
Skills & Technical RequirementsProficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and Adobe.Experience with iManage or other document management systems is a plus.Excellent written and verbal communication skills.Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to prioritize competing deadlines. xzbcwsv Professional, personable, and solution-oriented, with the ability to work independently and collaboratively.
Find out if this opportunity is a good fit by reading all of the information that follows below.
A New York law firm is seeking an experienced Legal Practice Assistant to provide comprehensive administrative and legal support to multiple attorneys and paralegals. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented professional who thrives in a fast-paced law firm environment and delivers exceptional client service.
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 9:30 AM–5:30 PM
Key ResponsibilitiesPrepare, edit, format, and finalize legal documents, including briefs, pleadings, and litigation materials.Manage new client and matter intake, conflict checks, waiver letters, and auditor response letters.Enter attorney time accurately and meet daily deadlines.Coordinate client billing, receivables, and billing reports in collaboration with the Accounting Department.Maintain electronic and paper files, including email filing through iManage.Coordinate attorney calendars, meetings, conferences, and travel arrangements.Prepare and submit attorney expense reports.Handle client communications, including phone calls, emails, and inquiries.Review and route incoming mail and provide backup support to other Legal Practice Assistants as needed.
QualificationsMinimum of 4 years of Legal Practice Assistant experience in a law firm, supporting multiple attorneys.Experience formatting briefs, pleadings, and other litigation documents.Knowledge of e-filing and New York State and federal court procedures.Securities Litigation and Enforcement experience preferred.Familiarity with bankruptcy litigation preferred.Bachelor’s degree preferred.
Skills & Technical RequirementsProficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and Adobe.Experience with iManage or other document management systems is a plus.Excellent written and verbal communication skills.Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to prioritize competing deadlines. xzbcwsv Professional, personable, and solution-oriented, with the ability to work independently and collaboratively.
Details
| Company | Friedman Williams |
| Location | New York, New York, United States |
| Type | FULL TIME |
| Niche | hr |
| Experience | permanent |