Paralegal/Legal Assistant
Legal Assistant Job 18 miles from Hempstead
A preeminent plaintiffs' law firm specializing in plaintiffs' securities class actions and corporate governance, seeks a Paralegal/Legal Assistant with a minimum of 5 years' experience for immediate hire. Hours are 9:30 AM to 5:30 PM or 7:00 PM to 3:00 AM. Flexibility to work overtime when needed.
Responsibilities and Qualifications:
• Prepare and complete various state and federal court filings.
• Applying blue book citation to legal memorandum and shepardizing case law cited for memorandum.
• Legal research using Bloomberg Law, Westlaw, LexisNexis, PACER and SEC EDGAR.
• Perform calendar management; scheduling meetings, conference calls, travel, appointments, depositions, due dates, court appearances, etc.; anticipate, identify, and resolve potential issues.
• Edit and proofread correspondence and legal documents for content, grammar, spelling, and formatting.
• Proficient use of Microsoft Word for Legal Word Processing; Best Authority for generation and formatting of table of authorities; Microsoft Excel for generation and formatting of spreadsheets; Outlook for communication and calendaring.
• Ability to create and edit legal pleadings, including, but not limited to, developing table of contents/table of authorities, PDF to Word conversions with quality-control-checking and applying firm styles/formatting.
• Case initiations in various federal and state courts: filing and service.
• Ability to draft attorney appearances, including motions to appear
pro hac vice
in various federal and state courts.
• Ability to check and apply courts' local rules and judges' individual rules to daily preparation and filing of legal pleadings.
• Track and input attorney time using Aderant.
• Generate expense reports and check requests.
• Assist with catering management, food and beverage receiving.
• Assist with reception coverage where needed
• Knowledge of Worldox and Aderant a plus
• Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
• Ability to work under pressure in a very fast paced environment
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn, and strong note-taking skills.
• The ideal candidate exhibits independent thinking and can utilize creative problem-solving skills to generate results.
Salary: $90,000-$120,000, commensurate with experience.
Competitive benefits package
Remote Fridays
Administrative Legal Assistant (Global)
Legal Assistant Job 18 miles from Hempstead
New York, NY 10011 (Flatiron District of Manhattan. *Local candidates only)
$30-46hr ( Weekly pay + Benefits)
12 month contract (Excellent potential for extension or permanent)
Full- time M-F (Hybrid.Onsite 2-3 days a week)
Our client is passionate about building software that solves problems. They partner with the most important institutions in the world to transform how they use data and technology. Their software has been used to stop terrorist attacks, discover new medicines, gain an edge in global financial markets, and more. They are a public American company that specializes in software platforms for big data analytics. The company facilitates machine-assisted and human-driven data analysis.
Their in-house legal team works to proactively address legal issues so that they can continue to drive positive impact in the world. We are deeply embedded in their mission and culture, take time to connect with folks across the global community, and are viewed across the company as key to their success. Legal Operations is the organizational backbone of the legal team. Legal Operations is a mission-focused team that strives to support and execute on critical initiatives across the legal team. As a Legal Operations Assistant supporting our Legal team, you will be handling a variety of professional and personal responsibilities, including expenses, travel, and calendaring. You are very organized and thrive off of enabling the people you support to be as productive and impactful as possible. You'll leverage your excellent communication skills, and exercise tact and diplomacy in helping to manage relationships with stakeholders both internal and external. In this role you'll also demonstrate good judgment and strategic thinking by understanding competing priorities and prioritizing accordingly.
Core Responsibilities
Provide administrative support to the Legal team at Palantir
Handle complex calendars on an ongoing basis and prioritize commitments to maximize time and productivity
Book travel arrangements (domestic and international)
Track and process expense reports
Provide in office support including arranging any couriers, fillings, maintaining and organizing team resources
Help plan, support, and execute office events and external gatherings
Work both autonomously and in collaboration with teammates, colleagues, and external contacts
What We Value
2-10 yrs experience as a Legal Assistant, Admin Assistant or Executive assistant
Must have supported global teams; not just in the US but internationally (London, Australia, etc)
Experience supporting legals teams is a plus
Experience with scheduling complex international and domestic travel itineraries
Requires experience handling complex calendars in relations to scheduling calls; well versed scheduling meetings in different times globally
Requires experience supporting multiple team members
Experience with Concur or similar for expense reporting
Experience with Navan or similar supporting travel arrangements
Excellent computer skills, including proficiency with Microsoft products (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.)
Must be tech software savvy
Must have excellent communication skills; inspire, build trust and confidence.
Requires being extremely proactive, problem solver and seeks out solutions.
Strong attention to detail; able to manage travel and calendar scheduling with no errors
Ability to interact with a wide range of teams internally and externally with thoughtfulness and tact
High level of professionalism, confidentiality, and discretion in both internal and external interactions
Trust and Estates Legal Assistant
Legal Assistant Job 1 miles from Hempstead
Probate, estate/trust administration, collecting estate assets, preparation of asset inventory, receipts/releases, assisting with the preparation of estate tax returns, assisting fiduciaries with administration
Assist attorneys with calendar management
Preparation of documents
Must work well independently and be skilled in deciphering language integral to properly drafting estate planning documents.
Heavy client contact (answering questions regarding document implementation), answering phones, client intakes when needed and maintaining all records in the firm's database
Additional duties as assigned
Job Requirements
2+ years of Paralegal experience specifically within Trust and Estates
Strong communication skills
Proficiency within Microsoft Office Suite
Team player and proactive, self-starter
The annual base salary range is $60,000 to $75,000. Actual compensation offered to the successful candidate may vary from posted hiring range based upon geographic location, work experience, education, and/or skill level, among other things. Details about eligibility for bonus compensation (if applicable) will be finalized at the time of offer.
Legal Assistant/Paralegal New York, New York Hybrid/Comp DOE: $80,000 to $90,000
Legal Assistant Job 18 miles from Hempstead
Legal Assistant/Paralegal
New York, New York
Hybrid/Comp DOE: $80,000 to $90,000
Our client is a well-know litigation law firm conveniently located in Midtown. They are adding a Litigation Legal Assistant/Paralegal to their commercial business litigation unit. Responding candidates must have excellent MSW skills including marking and generating TOAs and TOCs in addition to E-filing in State and Federal Court. Paralegal tasks are also needed for this role including E-Discovery. The new hire will be part of a team that support multiple litigation attorneys and must be well versed in preparing correspondence, pleadings, preparing cites and filing procedures. In addition, they must have experience speaking with clients, courts, and adversary counsel, handling the calendar along with being familiar other general litigation procedures. This is a hybrid role with three days required in the office and two remote workdays. If you meet the criteria above and would like to be immediately considered for this position, PLEASE EMAIL YOUR RESUME DIRECTLY TO: ******************************* for immediate and confidential review
Legal Administrative Assistant (National Law Firm)
Legal Assistant Job 26 miles from Hempstead
Legal Administrative Assistant (National Law Firm)
Comp Package:
Base to $80K, Paid Overtime, Bonus; Full Benefits; 401K, etc.
Responsibilities for Legal Administrative Assistant:
Provide gatekeeping, administrative and document support to attorneys
Assist attorneys with overseeing and facilitating the day-to-day activities
Type and edit legal documents, proofread for content and typographical errors
Handle administrative duties such as travel arrangements, calendaring deadlines, deposition coordination, meeting coordination, client service, expense reports and time entry
Answer attorneys private telephone line, take messages or providing information as appropriate
Open and close files as necessary, promptly handling the filing of legal or other administrative materials
Assist with additional ad hoc projects as needed
Qualifications for Legal Administrative Assistant:
Bachelor's Degree preferred
3+ years of legal secretary/paralegal experience in a law firm
Ability to prioritize and coordinate work, maintain confidentiality, and think critically and analytically under pressure
Excellent written, oral, and interpersonal skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook)
Ability to work productively and cooperatively with all levels of staff
Legal Assistant
Legal Assistant Job 18 miles from Hempstead
Legal Assistant
Law Firm: Top 20 Ranked Globally
Size: 4,000 Employees
Onsite Schedule: Onsite
Target Salary: $50,000 - $70,000 with OT and Bonus as additional compensation
Job Description:
As a Legal Assistant, your duties will include but not be limited to:
Prepare and revise, format, and finalize a wide variety of legal documents
Assist attorneys with new client applications, conflict checks, and audit letters
Accurately enter attorney time into the timekeeping system to meet weekly deadlines
Work closely with Accounting Department staff to prepare client billings and receivables
Proficiency with making and managing travel arrangements with the assistance of travel agency to ensure all aspects of travel are completed accurately and communicated effectively (i.e., air, hotel, car, train, meeting rooms, travel memberships accounts, and the like)
Assist Shareholders in preparing for all internal/external meetings
Establish and maintain paper and electronic client and administrative files per current Firm policies.
Prepare and submit expense reports
Manage attorney calendars and schedule client meetings
Skills & Competencies:
Knowledge of e-filings and Federal Court procedures
Associate's degree preferred
Minimum of two (2) years of legal secretarial experience in a law firm environment working with multiple attorneys preferred
Experience with managing monthly client billings preferred
Legal Assistant / Paralegal
Legal Assistant Job 26 miles from Hempstead
Legal Assistant/Paralegal
Various office locations such as, Perth Amboy. Hackensack, Plainfield, Trenton, New Brunswick, NJ: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Pay: $65,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year
Full Time
We are seeking a Legal Assistant/Paralegal to join our Personal Injury team. If you are committed to winning, maximizing client recovery, and improving our client's quality of life, this is your place!
The successful candidate will possess and be responsible for the following:
Provide administrative support to the lawyer to enhance law office effectiveness.
Communicating with clients, law offices, insurance adjusters, medical offices, and experts.
Manage Prelitigation and Litigation matters from start to finish.
Open and close files. (Medical records, police reports, and more)
Interact and contact existing clients daily.
Manage a caseload of up to 80.
Respond to incoming calls and voicemails daily.
Assist in preparing for depositions, mediations, arbitrations, and trials.
Prepare and file complaints, motions, briefs, and arbitration statements; prepare special packages, discovery demands, and answers to interrogatories. Review the discovery provided and summarize deposition testimony.
Assist attorney with depositions calendaring and maintain court dates.
Compose e-mails and correspondence.
Monitor deadlines and be proficient in maintaining the law office calendar.
Prepare disbursement of settlement funds and request checks from the accounting department.
Meet and greet walk in clients and conduct intakes as needed.
Answering inquiries from potential new clients (Intake coordination).
Conduct research as needed.
Maintain case status notes in our case management system.
The successful candidate will possess the following requirements:
High School Diploma, Paralegal Certificate or equivalent.
Possess at least five years of working experience as a legal assistant or paralegal in the personal injury area of law.
Familiarity with New Jersey e-courts and N.J. court rules and legal procedures.
Satisfactory knowledge of the day-to-day operations of a law office
Computer literacy with proficiency in M.S. Office and Outlook.
Fluency in the English and Spanish languages, both verbally and in writing
Excellent administrative and organizational skills
Ability to juggle multiple activities and work under pressure.
Must be willing and able to work in a fast-paced office setting.
Benefits:
401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Disability insurance
Employee assistance program
Flexible spending account
Health insurance
Health savings account
Life insurance
Paid time off
Referral program
Travel reimbursement
Vision insurance
Schedule:
8 hour shift
Monday to Friday
Education:
High school or equivalent (Required)
Experience:
Microsoft Office: 5 years (Required)
Litigation (Personal Injury): 5 years (Required)
Language:
Spanish (Required)
Legal Administrative Assistant
Legal Assistant Job 18 miles from Hempstead
Stradley Ronon Stevens & Young, LLP is currently seeking a Legal Administrative Assistant to join our New York City office and provide comprehensive support to our Investment Management attorneys. The ideal candidate will have prior experience working in a law firm, will have exceptional skills in communication and administration, and be adept at problem-solving and working collaboratively as part of a team.
Requirements:
Ability to handle calendar management, travel arrangements, expense reports, and other administrative duties;
Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment, handle competing priorities, and meet deadlines with minimal supervision;
Exceptional organization and prioritization skills;
Excellent client service and communication skills, both oral and written;
Ability to think critically and analytically under pressure;
Willingness and ability to learn new skills as they become necessary;
Discretion and understanding the need for confidentiality;
Coordinate travel arrangements and prepare itineraries.
Qualifications:
3+ years of experience as a legal administrative assistant in a law firm;
Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Outlook, and ability to learn law firm specific software as needed;
Strong technical skills; experience with iManage, or similar document management system, a plus;
Bachelor's degree preferred.
The estimated base salary range for this position is $78,000 - $94,000, commensurate with experience.
Legal Assistant / Paralegal
Legal Assistant Job 18 miles from Hempstead
Job Title: Paralegal/Legal Assistant
Cantor Fitzgerald is a diversified company primarily specializing in financial and real estate services for institutional and corporate customers operating in the global financial and commercial real estate markets. Since 1945, we have successfully built a well-capitalized business across multiple business lines, with numerous market-leading financial services and commercial real estate businesses. We have been at the forefront of financial and technological innovation in our industries while developing new markets and providing superior service to thousands of customers globally. At Cantor, our employees are our greatest asset. We look for individuals who are driven, intellectually engaged, team oriented and have a real desire to make an impact.
Responsibilities:
Paralegal/Legal Assistant will work closely with the attorneys and paralegals providing substantive and administrative support on a wide range of issues.
Specific duties include:
Assist with building an on-line database of subsidiaries and affiliates along with all related corporate records
Conduct an audit of legal entities and update various databases by reviewing formation documents for accuracy
Assist Entity Management in the preparation of annual reports for various entities
Store a backlog of contracts into our database and ensure data is entered accurately
Assist in the clean-up and organization of the Legal Department file room
Support the Legal Department in company-wide initiatives and multi-departmental projects, as needed
Perform a wide variety of administrative support services to the Deputy General Counsel, such as answering phone calls and scheduling meetings.
Qualifications:
Strong analytical skills and detail oriented
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Highly organized
Work well both collaboratively and autonomously
Ability to prioritize and multitask
Proficient with Excel, Word and Outlook, and general ability to navigate numerous technological systems
Strong work ethic
Friendly, upbeat, and can-do personality
Educational Qualifications:
Bachelor's Degree required
Salary: $60,000 - $70,000
The actual rate will be determined on an individualized basis taking into account a wide range of factors including, but not limited to, relevant skills, experience, education, and, where applicable, licenses or certifications held. In addition to base salary and a competitive benefits package, this position may be eligible for additional types of compensation including discretionary bonuses and other short- and long-term incentives (e.g., deferred cash, equity, etc.).
Legal Assistant
Legal Assistant Job 18 miles from Hempstead
About the Firm:
Our client, a prestigious law firm with over 400 attorneys, is seeking a Legal Assistant to join their dynamic team in Manhattan within the Corporate Practice. This firm is renowned for its collaborative environment, high-quality legal work, and dedication to professional growth. The Corporate Practice handles a wide array of matters, including mergers & acquisitions, private equity, securities, and general corporate governance. The firm is looking for a skilled and motivated legal assistant who can provide critical support to the corporate attorneys and contribute to the firm's continued success.
Role Overview:
The Legal Assistant will provide high-level administrative and legal support to the attorneys within the Corporate Practice. This individual will assist with a wide range of tasks, including document management, client communications, research, and preparation for transactions. The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of law firm experience with a strong background in corporate law, excellent organizational skills, and a proactive approach to problem-solving.
Key Responsibilities:
Document Preparation & Management: Draft, review, and edit legal documents, including contracts, agreements, corporate filings, and transaction documents. Ensure accuracy and compliance with firm protocols and regulatory requirements.
Transaction Support: Assist with corporate transactions such as mergers & acquisitions, private equity deals, and securities offerings. Prepare and organize due diligence materials, manage document execution, and assist with closing preparations.
Client Interaction: Communicate with clients and third parties (e.g., opposing counsel, government agencies, financial institutions) to gather and distribute information, schedule meetings, and respond to inquiries.
Research & Compliance: Conduct legal research on corporate governance issues, securities regulations, and other relevant areas. Assist in preparing materials for corporate filings and other compliance-related tasks.
Case Management: Organize and maintain case files, both electronic and paper, ensuring all documents are filed and indexed properly. Assist attorneys in tracking key deadlines and deliverables.
Administrative Support: Provide administrative assistance, including scheduling meetings, managing calendars, and handling billing and timekeeping tasks. Coordinate logistics for meetings, conference calls, and client events.
Efficient Workflow Management: Prioritize and manage multiple assignments with attention to detail, ensuring deadlines are met and tasks are completed efficiently and accurately.
Qualifications:
Experience: Minimum of 5 years of legal assistant experience at a law firm, with a strong focus on corporate practice (e.g., mergers & acquisitions, private equity, securities, corporate governance).
Knowledge: Strong understanding of corporate legal documents, transactions, and regulatory requirements. Familiarity with legal terminology, drafting standards, and compliance procedures.
Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environment. High attention to detail and accuracy.
Technology: Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and document management systems. Familiarity with timekeeping and billing software (e.g., Elite, Aderant) is a plus.
Education: Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience required. Paralegal certification is a plus, but not required.
Legal Assistant
Legal Assistant Job 18 miles from Hempstead
The ideal candidate will provide assistance with effective case management and administrative tasks by providing support with variety of responsibilities to attorneys. Please note; this role requires the individual to work in office five days/week. This is an excellent opportunity to continue to hone skills related to legal document preparation and workflow as well as administrative tasks such as calendar management and coordinating travel arrangements.
Responsibilities
Management of legal documents including pleadings, case filings, and correspondence to ensure accurate filing in NJ, NY, and Federal Courts
Preparation of legal documents including briefs, discovery requests, and motions
Scheduling of hearings, court dates, meetings and providing reminders for deadlines and appearances
Management of calendars, handling travel arrangements, email management, and ordering of office supplies
Qualifications
Must have three years or more of experience in a similar role
Experience with e-filing in NY, NJ, and Federal Courts
Strong proficiency with Microsoft Word and Outlook
Hands on experience with legal document management systems
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Possess a high sense of urgency, ability to prioritize tasks, and meet tight deadlines
Paralegal/Administrative Assistant- Family Office
Legal Assistant Job 18 miles from Hempstead
Prominent Family Office in Midtown Manhattan seeks a paralegal who can also handle administrative responsibilities.
Perform a wide range of paralegal, administrative, and office support duties to facilitate the efficient operation of the Family Office. Report to General Counsel.
Essential Job Functions
Paralegal
Complete and distribute investment documents.
Manage KYC/AML requests.
Assist with documentation and operations related to the office's private trust company
Manage and maintain document storage processes.
Perform legal and factual research.
Cross-check and validate information and prepare written reports.
Draft legal documents including articles of incorporation, partnerships and other entities.
Draft legal documents to establish business and family trusts.
Draft legal documents to dissolve corporations, partnerships, trusts and other entities.
Maintain corporate governance files for all family office entities.
Maintain family corporate consents and assist with filing proper documents.
Prepare operating agreements and written consents for new corporations and LLC's.
Obtain proper signatures on legal documents.
Work closely with counsel on various legal documents related to the Family.
Administrative
Scan and save documents daily to network including but not limited to, bank statements, invoices, receipts and investment related documentation.
Open mail and distribute (if scanning unnecessary) following established protocols and standards.
Distribute confidential mail according to established protocols and standards (i.e.: Human Resources mail).
Schedule meetings both in-person and online and send meeting reminders as needed.
Prepare meeting packages and set-up meeting rooms as necessary.
Greet visitors and provide support, as necessary.
Assist team members with business travel reservations.
General clerical duties including photocopying, fax, scanning, shredding, etc.
Assist in obtaining approvals and signatures.
Run errands as required (i.e., bank, post office, and properties, etc.)
Prepare outgoing mail, USPS, UPS, FedEx and messenger, etc.
Print documents and find files for the team.
Serve as backup for daily wire process and fax wires.
Manage office supplies inventory.
Assist with the coordination/ordering and delivery of lunch, meals for team members and meetings.
Update shared calendars with Federal holidays, bank holidays, and company holidays.
Update shared Contacts.
Research and implement new organizational systems/processes.
Cross train with other employees for full coverage.
Provide back-up and support for other administrative assistants in the office.
Qualified candidates should have experience as a paralegal in a financial or family office setting and a willingness to take on general administrative responsibilities.
Salary 90 to 120k DOE
Person Injury Legal Assistant
Legal Assistant Job 18 miles from Hempstead
Personal Injury Plaintiff firm hiring experienced litigation with asbestos case background. Must have solid experience with paying off liens and computing settlements. Work includes administrative and paralegal duties. Midtown location, near Rockefeller Center. On-site just three days a week.
Qualifications
Experience as a legal secretary or assistant or paralegal
Must have 2+ years asbestos plaintiff experience
Legal Assistant
Legal Assistant Job 18 miles from Hempstead
This role will work out of our New York City office assisting attorney(s) by providing clerical and research support services, including document preparation and review, legal research, and file organization.
Responsibilities and Duties
Communicate with attorneys, clients, and other professionals to discuss assigned cases or projects.
Analyze and research statutes, regulations, legal articles, judicial decisions, and other legal sources; provides written analysis to attorneys.
Develop and maintain records on specific cases.
Draft legal documents including routine pleadings and motions, affidavits, and interrogatories; files motions and pleadings according to judicial procedures.
Interview clients and witnesses and prepare summaries of their statements.
Prepare, organize, store, and retrieves case files, which may include evidence, exhibits, depositions, pleadings, exhibits, and other items.
Manage attorney calendar.
Perform other related duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree is preferred, recently graduated candidates are encouraged to apply.
Familiarity with legal terminology, principles, research methodologies, and court procedures is a plus.
Proficient in learning and utilizing legal software effectively.
Excellent time management skills with a proven track record of meeting deadlines.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Strong interpersonal and customer service skills.
Highly organized with a keen attention to detail.
Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
Ability to maintain confidentiality, and to exercise discretion and good judgment.
The annualized salary range for this position is $40,000 to $50,000.
The referenced salary range is based on the Firm's good faith belief at the time of posting. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as geographic location, work experience, market conditions, education/training and skill level.
Weitz & Luxenberg, P.C. is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status.
E-Verify
This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. If E-Verify cannot confirm that you are authorized to work, this employer is required to give you written instructions and an opportunity to contact Department of Homeland Security (DHS) or Social Security Administration (SSA) so you can begin to resolve the issue before the employer can take any action against you, including terminating your employment. Employers can only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the I-9 Form.
Litigation Legal Secretary - AmLaw Firm - Hybrid
Legal Assistant Job 18 miles from Hempstead
The New York City Office of a well-known AmLaw Firm is looking for an experienced Litigation Legal Secretary (5+ years of experience) to support Trial Attorneys across a variety of areas and industries. This is a great opportunity to be an integral part of a busy and growing team!
JOB DESCRIPTION/DUTIES:
Prepare documents - which may include transcribing from dictation, drafts, handwritten notes or oral instruction, redlining and proofreading end product
Handle all incoming telephone calls and placement of outgoing calls in a professional manner
Maintain good client relationships for attorneys
Review, date stamp, docket and route incoming correspondence and pleadings
Enter time using Intapp on a daily basis. Maintain appropriate records
Create and maintain files, including chronological files and indexes not stored in the Information Governance department
Keep all files up-to-date and organized. Ensure materials are forwarded to the Information Governance department, as necessary
Complete all document processing and correspondence assignments accurately and within timekeepers' stated timeframes
Assist other secretaries and timekeepers, as needed
Prepare New Business Forms for new and existing clients, conflict sheets and engagement letters
Prepare and process expense reports, check requests, travel reimbursements, health club reimbursement Forms, etc. in accordance with accounting guidelines
Prepare and arrange Messenger Service, Copy Center and facsimile requests, as needed
Copy documents that are not appropriate to send to the Copy Center
Consistently use the CRM tool to support business development in the firm, including taking ownership of contact information for attorney's contacts and updating, maintaining, and resolving conflicts within the CRM tool
Make all necessary travel arrangements, adhering to the firm's Travel Policy
Review and handle prebills
Maintain current secretarial backup instructions, and client/matters lists
Maintain attorney/paralegal calendar, including scheduling and coordinating meetings
Coordinate internal procedures and compile backup materials for attorney/paralegal preparation of audit letter responses
Reconcile telephone charge reports for office and cellular phones.
Type a variety of litigation pleadings and discovery documents; arrange for filing and service of documents; electronically file and serve court documents as required by state, Federal, and local rules
Maintain docket for various pleadings prepared and/or received
Perform legal research if requested
REQUIREMENTS/QUALIFICATIONS:
5 or more years of experience as a Litigation Legal Secretary at an AmLaw Firm
Drafting, editing, finalizing and management of litigation legal documents
TOCs and TOAs
Familiarity with the litigation process from beginning to end
Ability to work hybrid and overtime if needed
Bachelor's degree preferred
If you are qualified, interested and looking to learn more, please send either an MS Word version of PDF version of your resume to ********************************
Applicants without resumes attached will not be considered.
Desired Skills and Experience
- At least 5 years of experience as a Litigation Legal Secretary at an AmLaw Firm
- Bachelor's Degree, preferred
Beacon Hill is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values the strength diversity brings to the workplace. Individuals with Disabilities and Protected Veterans are encouraged to apply.
California residents: Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.
If you would like to complete our voluntary self-identification form, please click here or copy and paste the following link into an open window in your browser: *****************************************
Completion of this form is voluntary and will not affect your opportunity for employment, or the terms or conditions of your employment. This form will be used for reporting purposes only and will be kept separate from all other records.
Company Profile:
Founded by industry leaders to set a new standard in search, career placement and flexible staffing, we deliver coordinated staffing solutions with unparalleled service, a commitment to project completion and success and a passion for innovation, creativity and continuous improvement.
Our niche brands offer a complete suite of staffing services to emerging growth companies and the Fortune 500 across market sectors, career specialties/disciplines and industries. Over time, office locations, specialty practice areas and service offerings will be added to address ever changing constituent needs.
Learn more about Beacon Hill and our specialty divisions, Beacon Hill Associates, Beacon Hill Financial, Beacon Hill HR, Beacon Hill Legal, Beacon Hill Life Sciences and Beacon Hill Technologies by visiting *************
We look forward to working with you.
Beacon Hill. Employing the Future (TM)
Legal Assistant
Legal Assistant Job 2 miles from Hempstead
Seeking a Full Time, experienced Legal Assistant to assist attorneys who focus their practice on the areas of Insurance Defense or Estate Planning.
LEGAL ASSISTANT RESPONSIBILITIES:
Provide support to multiple attorneys' daily work routine and understand and adapt to their unique practice, priorities and preferences.
Prepare, edit, format and proofread correspondence, agreements, contracts, etc.
Prepare, edit, format and proofread complex legal documents including, complaints, answers, motions, as well as other pleadings.
Coordinate and manage attorneys' calendars including scheduling meetings, conference calls, zoom meetings.
Open new matters using Intapp and prepare retainer agreements and other corresponding documents.
Data entry of case progression into Time Matters for No-Fault matters.
Entry of daily attorney time using iTimekeep.
Provide administrative support, answering phones, copying, scanning, submit expenses using Chrome River.
LEGAL ASSISTANT REQUIREMENTS:
5+ years of law firm experience with background in Insurance Defense or Estate Planning.
Proactively assist with the preparation of legal documents.
Work with clients using attention to detail and organization.
Type 55+ wpm and have excellent spelling, grammar and organizational skills, as well as the ability to multi-task and work both independently and as a team member.
Experience with NetDocs a plus.
The ideal candidate is a team player, comfortable with emerging technology, and willing to take on new challenges and increasing their skill set.
Hybrid Hours: Monday-Friday, 9am - 5pm with the flexibility to work overtime when needed. 60% office, 40% remote.
Law Firm Intake Paralegal - Drug / Medical Device
Legal Assistant Job 18 miles from Hempstead
Our midtown Manhattan law firm receives hundreds of inbound mass tort inquiries each week from individuals who have been harmed by defective medical devices and dangerous drugs. Your role will be to screen these individuals to see if they meet our criteria and if we are able to help them, sign them to agreement for our firm to represent them. We are seeking self-starting individuals with excellent communication skills to join our team.
90-95% of your day will be spent on the phone making outbound calls to potential clients who have reached out to us via the internet. You must be able to work effectively as a team player while taking ownership and responsibility for your individual performance.
We are looking to hire immediately at a salary of $48,000.
This is an in-office position, Monday - Friday. After four months of employment, you are eligible for two remote days/month.
Job Responsibilities:
· Make 150- 250 outbound calls per day (this includes voicemails)
· Contact potential clients coming in via web forms and email
· Evaluate potential client cases to ensure that they meet our case criteria
· Explain to the client how we can help them.
· Make follow-up calls to those who have received our paperwork
· Ensure that every potential client is properly documented in our contact management system and that the potential client status is properly logged.
Qualifications, Skills and Requirements:
· Technologically proficient
· Sympathetic demeanor with the ability to build rapport while efficiently managing the conversation
· Ability to prioritize efforts, stay focused and work in an efficient manner
· Highly organized with strong attention to detail
· Goal/quota-driven, self-starter who takes ownership of work
· Ability to demonstrate what makes us unique to prospective clients
· Ability to exceed provided minimum daily call metrics consistently
Preferred Additional Qualities:
· Experience using Salesforce, DocuSign
· Spanish
Bernstein Liebhard LLP is an Affirmative Action / Equal Opportunity Employer
Paralegal
Legal Assistant Job 25 miles from Hempstead
General Responsibilities
Work with supervisor to support ***'s Beauty Professional operations as requested.
Review various agreements for all Beauty Professional brands, as requested.
Provide administrative and database support for Beauty Professional functions.
Marketing and Advertising Responsibilities
Review marketing and advertising assets (e.g., product labels) and advertising media (e.g., print ads, sell sheets), as well as social media content.
Coordinate with R&D and Regulatory functions to ensure adequate testing protocols and proper substantiation for all claims on product labels and marketing collateral.
Work with Marketing personnel to ensure all deadlines for review are met.
Attend weekly and/or biweekly brand-specific team meetings to discuss and align on assignments.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree and paralegal certificate or equivalent experience required.
At least five (5) years related law firm or in-house experience in Marketing and Advertising law.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Knowledge and proficiency in Microsoft applications, including Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Teams, and a willingness to learn other systems, including ***'s contract management and collateral review software systems.
Proven organizational skills and attention to detail.
Ability to adapt to changes in the work environment, managing competing demands and frequent changes, delays or unexpected events.
Excellent time management, communications, decision making, presentation, human relations, and organizational skills.
Strong problem solving and prioritization skills.
Legal Assistant
Legal Assistant Job 18 miles from Hempstead
The selected candidate will work exclusively in litigation with an emphasis on asset recovery:
Legal Documents:
Assist attorneys in preparing motion papers, such as Table of Contents; Table of Authorities; cover to Memoranda of law; assemble all documents with exhibit tabs;
Make photocopies; scan documents and make sure they are searchable documents.
Legal Administrative Support:
Provide administrative support to attorneys, including setting-up rooms for meetings; managing some correspondence, and handling some phone calls;
Assist in preparing materials for trials, depositions, and other legal proceedings.
Discovery Assistance:
Coordinate with process server to make sure subpoenas are timely served;
Create “subpoena trackers” indicating status of each subpoena served; deadlines; possible extension granted; and summarizing all communications with entities subpoenaed;
Follow-up with entities subpoenaed and prepare status report for attorneys and clients.
Case Management:
Organize and manage case files, ensuring all documents are accurately filed and easily accessible.
Maintain and update case calendars, tracking important deadlines, court dates, and appointments;
Download documents filed electronically with courts and organize such documents on the file server.
Other duties as assigned.
Requirements:
- Ability to prioritize tasks and work under pressure in a fast-paced environment
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Proficiency in clerical tasks, such as typing and filing
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
- Experience with Pacer is a plus
- Experience with Westlaw or other legal research tools is a plus
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $16.00+ per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Schedule:
8 hour shift
Monday to Friday
Ability to Relocate:
New York, NY 10016: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Medical Paralegal
Legal Assistant Job 23 miles from Hempstead
Schedule: Full-Time (Monday - Friday, 9am - 5pm)
Are you ready to bring your skills to a fast-growing, purpose-driven team? We're seeking an experienced Medical Paralegal to join our collaborative and inclusive environment. Since 2011, we've expanded our offices across New Jersey, and with our exceptional providers and dedicated staff, we're delivering top-tier services to our patients.
As a Medical Paralegal within the Billing Department, you will play a pivotal role in supporting Personal Injury Protection (PIP), Motor Vehicle Accident (MVA), and Workers' Compensation (WC) cases, while utilizing your knowledge of out-of-network medical billing. If you thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented setting, this is the perfect opportunity for you!
Key Responsibilities:
Assist attorneys with PIP, MVA, WC cases, and out-of-network medical billing processes
Manage legal case files, medical records, and billing documentation accurately
Collaborate with a diverse, high-energy team to support patient services
Ensure compliance and precision in handling medical and legal paperwork
What We're Looking For:
Strong background in PIP, MVA, WC, and out-of-network medical billing (2+ years preferred)
Experience working in a law firm with medical billing and personal injury cases
Solid understanding of medical terminology
A team player who thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative work environment
In addition to being part of a dynamic and fast-growing healthcare team, we offer a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package. This includes health, dental, and vision insurance to support your well-being, along with a retirement savings plan to help you plan for the future. You'll also enjoy paid time off and holidays to maintain a healthy work-life balance. We are committed to your growth, providing opportunities for professional development in a collaborative and supportive work environment. Join us and grow with a team that values your contributions!
If you're ready to leverage your expertise in PIP, MVA, WC, and out-of-network medical billing to make a real difference, apply now and be a part of our rapidly growing team!
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