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Legal Secretary
We are looking for a highly organized and detail-oriented Legal Secretary to join our team in Buffalo, New York. In this role, you will play a pivotal part in supporting legal investigations, preparing correspondence, and managing administrative tasks. This is a long-term contract position offering an opportunity to work in a dynamic legal environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Assist in investigating administrative complaints by developing investigative plans and gathering relevant materials.<br>• Review, document, and track investigative activities using appropriate databases and software tools.<br>• Prepare detailed investigative summary reports for case evaluations.<br>• Coordinate, research, and draft responses to Freedom of Information Law requests for internal review and approval.<br>• Manage inquiries from executive offices by preparing, proofreading, and submitting responses.<br>• Handle subpoena-related tasks, including research, documentation, and communication with stakeholders.<br>• Present investigations before committees and provide supporting documentation.<br>• Draft and proofread correspondence for subjects, witnesses, complainants, and other external parties.<br>• Organize and maintain records, including scanning documents, updating files, and distributing materials to appropriate personnel.<br>• Schedule and facilitate meetings, ensuring proper technological setup and coordination.
• Proficiency in e-Filing and court filings processes.<br>• Strong skills in calendar management and scheduling.<br>• Experience with dictation and transcription tools.<br>• Excellent proofreading and document preparation abilities.<br>• Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively.<br>• Familiarity with legal terminology and procedures.<br>• Strong communication skills for liaising with internal and external stakeholders.<br>• High attention to detail and organizational capabilities.
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  • Buffalo, NY
  • onsite
  • Temporary
  • 20.00 - 24.00 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for a highly organized and detail-oriented Legal Secretary to join our team in Buffalo, New York. In this role, you will play a pivotal part in supporting legal investigations, preparing correspondence, and managing administrative tasks. This is a long-term contract position offering an opportunity to work in a dynamic legal environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Assist in investigating administrative complaints by developing investigative plans and gathering relevant materials.<br>• Review, document, and track investigative activities using appropriate databases and software tools.<br>• Prepare detailed investigative summary reports for case evaluations.<br>• Coordinate, research, and draft responses to Freedom of Information Law requests for internal review and approval.<br>• Manage inquiries from executive offices by preparing, proofreading, and submitting responses.<br>• Handle subpoena-related tasks, including research, documentation, and communication with stakeholders.<br>• Present investigations before committees and provide supporting documentation.<br>• Draft and proofread correspondence for subjects, witnesses, complainants, and other external parties.<br>• Organize and maintain records, including scanning documents, updating files, and distributing materials to appropriate personnel.<br>• Schedule and facilitate meetings, ensuring proper technological setup and coordination.
  • 2025-11-07T14:29:06Z

Legal Secretary Job in Buffalo | Robert Half