Legal Assistant

An international law firm in Manhattan seeks a Legal Assistant to support a partner and their team. This position requires a proactive, flexible, and detail-oriented individual with prior law firm experience.

On-site 3 days/week

Hours: 9:30 am – 5:30 pm (flexible for OT)

Salary: $80-$100K + OT + bonus

Responsibilities:

• Manage attorneys’ calendars, schedule meetings, and coordinate appointments.
• Handle incoming phone calls, emails, and other communications.
• Prepare and maintain legal documents, including pleadings, motions, contracts, and discovery documents.
• Draft correspondence on behalf of attorneys as needed, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
• Organize and maintain legal files, both paper and electronic, in accordance with firm policies and legal standards.
• Maintain accurate records of case progress, deadlines, and timelines.
• Help prepare client billing documentation, timesheets, and expense reports.
• Assist in drafting and formatting contracts, agreements, and legal reports.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma required; Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Proven experience as an executive assistant, legal assistant, or in a similar role in a law firm or legal department.
• Knowledge of legal terminology, processes, and documentation.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities, with a keen attention to detail.
• Ability to handle confidential and sensitive legal matters with discretion.
• Strong sense of professionalism and ethical standards.