We are looking for a dedicated Legal Practice Assistant to provide comprehensive support to a team of six attorneys specializing in Business Litigation, Finance, Trademark, and Bankruptcy. This role requires exceptional organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently in a dynamic and fast-paced legal environment. If you thrive in a collaborative setting and excel at managing multiple priorities, we encourage you to apply.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Coordinate attorney schedules, including managing calendars, organizing meetings, and arranging travel and conference logistics.<br>• Prepare, proofread, and format legal documents such as contracts, pleadings, and correspondence, ensuring accuracy and adherence to deadlines.<br>• Maintain and organize electronic and physical files using document management systems, ensuring easy access and compliance.<br>• Conduct legal research and compile relevant materials to support attorneys in case preparation.<br>• Assist with client and matter intake processes, including administrative tasks and expense reporting.<br>• Provide backup support to team members, including entering attorney time and managing workload priorities.<br>• Build and nurture strong relationships with clients, attorneys, and staff to support effective communication and collaboration.<br>• Uphold confidentiality standards and contribute positively to the team’s environment and overall efficiency.
<p>Our client is a national firm representing institutional and individual investors, who suffered financial losses resulting from corporate fraud and malfeasance in violation of federal securities and antitrust laws. </p><p><br></p><p><strong>Position Summary</strong></p><p>The Legal Practice Assistant performs a broad range of secretarial, administrative, and clerical support duties for multiple attorneys. This role is responsible for organizing and maintaining files, calendars/scheduling, and correspondence related to litigation and administrative matters under the direct supervision of attorneys.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Essential Duties and Responsibilities</strong></p><p>The essential functions include, but are not limited to, the following:</p><p>• Prepare and process legal documents such as summonses, subpoenas, complaints, appeals, motions, and pretrial agreements</p><p>• Mail, fax, or arrange delivery of legal correspondence to clients, witnesses, and court officials</p><p>• Receive and place telephone calls; schedule and coordinate appointments</p><p>• Assist with office administrative duties, including photocopying correspondence, documents, and other printed materials</p><p>• Organize and maintain law libraries, documents, and case files</p><p>• Assist attorneys in collecting and organizing information relevant to caseloads</p><p>• Assist with organizing office-related events</p><p>• Draft and type office memoranda</p><p>• Complete various forms, including accident reports, trial and courtroom requests, and client applications</p><p>• Assist attorneys with reimbursement requests, legal reports, and time entries as needed</p><p>• Perform other work-related duties as assigned</p><p><br></p>