<p>Under the direct supervision of the Administrative Team Manager, as well as indirectly under the Facilities and Hospitalities (F& H) Manager, the Administrative Support Services Assistant position has primary responsibility for the performance of clerical/administrative activities for all of the agile attorneys (those attorneys w/o a dedicated office), and will serve as one of the main points of contact for hospitality/facilities activities within the NY Office. This position will perform a variety of administrative support duties for our agile attorneys, with limited supervision, and provide on-site logistical assistance for client meetings. </p>
Job Title: Legal Assistant – Real Estate Finance Location: Midtown Manhattan, New York City Work Schedule: In-Person (permanent) Office Hours: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM Salary Range: $85,000 – $120,000 annually Bonus: Discretionary PTO/Vacation: 9 fixed holidays + 1 floating holiday; 20 days of PTO annually <br> Overview: A nationally recognized law firm with a strong presence in real estate, financial services, and other key sectors is seeking a Legal Assistant to join its Real Estate Finance team in its growing New York office. This is a high-responsibility role supporting sophisticated attorneys handling complex commercial real estate finance transactions, including lending, development, and acquisitions. This opportunity is ideal for a detail-oriented and team-driven legal detail oriented who thrives in a fast-paced, high-performance environment. <br> Key Responsibilities: <br> Prepare, format, and proofread legal documents and correspondence related to real estate finance transactions Manage and organize transaction documentation, including version control and closing binders Coordinate schedules, deadlines, and meetings for attorneys and clients Assist with billing, time entry, and expense reporting Communicate professionally with clients, title companies, lenders, and internal teams Provide administrative support through all stages of transactions, including post-closing follow-up
<p><strong>About the Firm</strong></p><p>Our client is a reputable law firm recognized for its excellence in corporate and financial legal services. They pride themselves on fostering a collaborative and professional work environment with a strong commitment to client service and internal growth.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Position Summary</strong></p><p>We are seeking a highly organized and proactive <strong>Legal Secretary</strong> with <strong>3–5 years of experience</strong> supporting attorneys in a <strong>corporate or finance legal department</strong>. The ideal candidate will be skilled in managing a high-volume workload, handling confidential materials, and providing exceptional administrative and legal support. Legal Secretary will support 1 Partner and 2 Associates. </p><p> </p><p><strong>Reason for opening: </strong>Replacing another Legal Secretary </p><p> </p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Provide direct support to attorneys in the Corporate and Finance departments.</li><li>Prepare, proofread, and revise legal documents including agreements, correspondence, and memos.</li><li>Manage attorney calendars, schedule meetings, and coordinate travel arrangements.</li><li>Handle client communications and maintain client files in accordance with firm policies.</li><li>File documents with various courts and government agencies as needed.</li><li>Assist with billing, time entry, and expense reporting.</li><li>Maintain confidentiality of all firm and client information.</li></ul><p> </p><p><br></p>
