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.