Senior Legal Assistant

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in New York.

📋 Description

• Oversee the master calendar for 15 attorneys, ensuring coordination with court notifications and scheduled depositions.

• Prepare, electronically file, and serve various documents including correspondence, briefs, motions, pleadings, discovery materials, deposition notices, and other necessary paperwork for the New York court system.

• Aid in the preparation for trials.

• Review electronic and scanned mail on a daily basis.

• Organize and maintain electronic legal files.

• Manage the processing of invoices for payment.

• Handle HIPAA-compliant authorizations and follow up regarding medical records requests.

• Interact professionally with clients, opposing counsel, attorneys, team members, claim partners, and court officials.

• Provide support for team members during their absences and during busy periods.

⛳️ Requirements

• At least 5 years of experience working as a legal assistant.

• Solid understanding of the New York court systems and their procedures.

• Experience with torts in personal injury cases is highly preferred.

• Prior experience in trial preparation is an advantage.

• Proven track record in a high-volume litigation setting.

• Knowledge of document production, discovery preparation, Outlook calendar management, and data maintenance.

• Excellent multi-tasking, organizational, and time management abilities.

• Proficient in case management software.

• Strong skills in MS Office, including Word, Excel, Outlook, OneNote, Teams, and PowerPoint.

• Capability to meet productivity goals in a dynamic, team-oriented environment.

• Exceptional written and verbal communication abilities.

• Outstanding organizational skills, especially in prioritizing tasks for multiple attorneys.

• Proficient in handling electronic documents in TIF, PDF, and JPG formats.

🏝️ Benefits

• Opportunities for short-term or annual bonuses.

• Long-term incentive programs.

• Immediate recognition for outstanding contributions.

• Comprehensive total compensation package for employees.