Legal Secretary
📋 Role Overview & Responsibilities
Paralegal RequirementsA Bachelor’s Degree required and a Paralegal Certification a plus.Extensive experience with the management of large multi-case dockets.Management of multiple case deadlines, deposition coordination, drafting pleadings and discovery.Client reporting and general support for attorneys and team members.
QualificationsExtensive knowledge in preparing for expert depositions and trial preparation for toxic tort/MDL litigation matters.Experience with toxic tort billing guidelines is a plus.Must be a self-starter and team player.Candidates should be familiar with the NY State and Federal Rules and Administrative Procedures. Experience filing/serving out of State and in the Court of Appeals is preferred, but not required. Work independently on pleadings, discovery, motion preparation and e-discovery.Successful candidates should have experience and knowledge with e-filing in state and federal court, case management, docketing, e-discovery, document review, exhibit preparation, attention to detail and excellent organizational skills.Candidates must be proficient in Microsoft Office products and previous Compulaw and iManage/Document experience is beneficial.Candidates must have excellent analytical and written communication skills.Familiarity with Toxic Tort or Insurance Defense cases is a plus, but not required
Legal Secretary/Administrative Assistant RequirementsManage calendar and coordinate travel for Partners & Associates.Send approved communications on behalf of the Partner and Associates and a diverse range of administrative assignments.Support work includes a high level of trust and gatekeeping of sensitive documents and external communication.Candidate must maintain independent judgment, strong problem solving and proofreading skills.Excellent written, verbal communication and attention to detail is required.Ability to organize and/or shift priorities in a consistently fast-paced environment is essential.Associate’s Degree is preferred.Law firm or Legal Department work history required.Ability to e-file in NY required (both NY & NJ State and Federal a plus), as well as experience with handling paralegal tasks.
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