Our client is a boutique Law Firm located in Melville, New York focusing in the areas of Business, Corporate & Real Estate Law, Commercial Litigation, Trusts & Estates and Employment Law
MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Assist the firm’s lawyers with day-to-day tasks, as well as performing administrative duties, filing, interacting with clients, etc.
- Drafting correspondence, litigation pleadings and court filings
- Participate in Will signings and assist in estate plan document drafting
- Handle attorneys’ calls, greet clients, and manage front desk operations
- Support office tasks like copying, proofreading and mail sorting; maintain physical and electronic filing systems
- Coordinate office supplies, manage inventory and maintain organization
- Assist in marketing efforts, including managing LinkedIn posts, preparing, and sending email blasts, managing updates to the firm’s website, preparing newsletters, and designing event flyers
MAIN REQUIREMENTS:
· Able to work independently and should have excellent communication, organizational and writing skills drafting and proofreading legal documents, as well as, estate planning documents, along with any/all correspondences.
- Organizing, and maintaining files and assisting with marketing activities.
- Prior litigation and e-filing experience and be proficient in Microsoft Office.
- Knowledge of LinkedIn and Constant Contact is a plus.
- 2-3 years previous legal assistant experience, litigation and e-Filing
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and Adobe Acrobat
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Marketing and LinkedIn/Constant Contact knowledge is an asset
- Salary is between $45,000 – $50,000 plus benefits
