New York, NY, 10176, USA
11 hours ago
Legal Assistant
Description We are seeking a highly organized and motivated Legal Administrative Assistant to support two Senior Partners at a dynamic and fast-paced law firm. The ideal candidate will bring a minimum of three years of relevant law firm experience, strong multitasking abilities, and a proactive approach to delivering exceptional administrative and litigation support. Key Responsibilities: 1. Scheduling & Calendar Management: • Maintain and organize the partner's schedule, ensuring all appointments, client meetings, and court deadlines are properly coordinated. • Proactively resolve scheduling conflicts and provide timely updates to the partner. 2. Document Preparation & Management / Litigation Case Support • Draft, edit, and finalize legal documents, correspondence, and client communications with high attention to detail. • Organize and maintain electronic and physical files to ensure quick and efficient access to information. • Prepare/ format filings and correspondence. • Coordinate the docket of case deadlines, maintain an organized filing system, and track case status updates. 3. Discovery and Trial Preparation: • Assist in the preparation of discovery materials, organize exhibits, and create trial binders as needed. • Coordinate with court personnel, opposing counsel, and other stakeholders to maintain case progression. 4. Organization & Communication: • Serve as a liaison between the partner and clients, ensuring clear and professional communication. • Assist with travel arrangements, meeting preparations, and general office administrative duties as needed. Key Qualifications: • Experience: Minimum 3 years of experience in a law firm, providing administrative support, document preparation, and litigation assistance. • Knowledge: Familiarity with legal processes, court systems, and filing/e-filing procedures. Experience with both administrative and litigation tasks is a must. • Skills: o Strong organizational and multitasking abilities. o Exceptional written and verbal communication skills. o Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) and legal software/tools (e.g., Clio, NetDocuments, or equivalent). o Adept at managing competing priorities and meeting tight deadlines. • Detail-Oriented: High level of attention to detail to ensure accuracy in all tasks. • Professionalism: Demonstrated ability to appropriately handle confidential information and interact with clients and colleagues in a courteous and professional manner. Requirements Billing Functions, Calendar Management, Client Relations, Communication Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles. Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-app) and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information. © 2025 Robert Half. Robert Half is not a law firm and does not provide legal representation. Robert Half project lawyers do not constitute a law firm among themselves. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking “Apply Now,” you’re agreeing to Robert Half’s Terms of Use (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/terms) .
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