Job Description
Legal Administrative Assistant
Location: New York, NY
Salary: $75,000-$100,000
Direct Hire Division of Consilio, LLC is working with a highly regarded law firm that is seeking to hire a Legal Administrative Assistant. This position is not with Consilio directly; it is a direct hire, permanent opportunity with the law firm.
About the Opportunity:
Seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Legal Administrative Assistant to support attorneys in a dynamic and collaborative law firm environment. This position offers the opportunity to work closely with legal professionals on a variety of matters while providing essential administrative and practice support. Candidates with Tax and/or Litigation experience are strongly preferred.
Responsibilities:
- Draft, edit, proofread, and file legal documents, correspondence, and other client materials.
- Manage attorney calendars, appointments, deadlines, and contracts.
- Coordinate client meetings, conference calls, and internal meetings.
- Handle time entry, expense reports, and reimbursements requests in a timely manner.
- Assist with matter management, including conflicts checks and client intake processes.
- Maintain and organize electronic and physical client files in accordance with firm policies.
- Coordinate travel arrangements and prepare related expense documentation.
- Monitor and maintain attorney workflow and assist with project management of legal matters.
- Answer and direct incoming calls in a professional and courteous manner.
- Assist with billing processes and other administrative support functions.
- Conduct research and obtain materials as requested by attorneys and legal staff.
- Collaborate with attorneys, paralegals, and administrative professionals to ensure efficient workflow and client service.
- Maintain the highest level of confidentiality regarding client and firm matters.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s Degree required.
- Minimum of 5 years of Legal Administrative Assistant or Legal Practice Assistant within a law firm.
- Experience supporting attorneys in law firm environment.
- Tax and/or Litigation experience preferred.
- Experience with Aderant and Chrome River preferred.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
ELS Consilio, LLC Direct Hire Division staffs’ positions, for Consilio clients and does not staff for internal corporate positions at Consilio. Please refer to lio.com to view job opportunities within our company. Consilio, LLC is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status.