Legal Assistant – Litigation Department

About the role

*Legal Assistant – Litigation Department* *Location: Cedarhurst, NY* A sophisticated law firm with offices in Long Island, Brooklyn, and New Jersey is seeking a full-time Legal Assistant to join our Litigation Department in the Cedarhurst office. Responsibilities: • Organize, maintain, and archive documents related to both active and closed litigation matters • Monitor developments in legal regulations and procedures, and provide timely updates regarding relevant changes • Manage administrative support functions, including attorneys’ calendars, handling correspondence, managing emails, and screening phone calls. • Assist with day-to-day operations of the Litigation Department to ensure efficiency and organization

Work setup: On-site

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• 1-2 years of experience in an administrative or office support role.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Strong organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and work effectively in a fast-paced environment
• Benefits:
• Health Insurance
• 401 (k) Plan
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid Holidays
• Supportive and collaborative work environment
• Job Type: Full-time
• Compensation:
• Salary: $55,000 or commensurate with experience.
• Compensation
• $55K / year