Legal Assistant – Litigation Department

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

Qualifications:

• 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.