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Litigation Legal Secretary - Temp to Hire
Job Location
Grand Central, NY, United States
Job Description
TEMP TO HIRE! International Law Firm with Great Reputation Seeks Dispute Resolution Legal Secretary to Join their Growing Team! Hybrid Schedule! Great Culture! Great Compensation!
This Jobot Consulting Job is hosted by: Jessica Carroll
Are you a fit? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Apply" button
and sending us your resume.
Salary: $30 - $45 per hour
A bit about us:
Our client is an international law firm with over 120+ years of success. With locations across the globe, our client assists individuals and organizations in realizing their ambitions, protects and defends their interests, and uses private capital to help transform their client's worlds.
Why join us?
Medical + Wellness Plan
Dental
Vision
401K Match + Contribution
STD/LTD
Life Insurance
PTO
Bonuses
And More!!
Job Details
Job Details: Temp to Perm Opportunity!
Our dynamic law firm is currently seeking an experienced Legal Secretary to join our team. This exciting role offers the unique opportunity to provide high-level administrative support to our legal team, while also contributing to our ongoing success in the legal industry. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 3 years of experience in a similar role, with a strong understanding of legal procedures, court rules, and e-filing systems. Proficiency in case file management, new client intake, drafting correspondence and pleadings, calendaring, and tracking billable time is a must. Experience with FileSite, iManage, and Elite is highly desirable.
Responsibilities:
As a Legal Secretary, your primary responsibilities will include:
1. Providing comprehensive secretarial support to our legal team, including drafting and editing correspondence, pleadings, and other legal documents.
2. Efficiently managing case files, ensuring all relevant information is accurately recorded and easily accessible.
3. Coordinating new client intake, including collecting necessary information and ensuring all paperwork is completed accurately and in a timely manner.
4. Overseeing the firm's calendar, scheduling appointments, meetings, and court dates, as well as managing deadlines - international time zone awareness is mandatory.
5. Utilizing e-filing systems to electronically file court documents in accordance with legal procedures and court rules.
6. Tracking and recording billable time to ensure accurate client billing.
7. Using legal software such as FileSite, iManage, and Elite to manage and organize case files and other important documents.
Qualifications:
To be successful in this role, the ideal candidate will possess the following qualifications:
1. A minimum of 3+ years of experience as a Legal Secretary or in a similar role within the legal industry.
2. Strong knowledge of legal procedures, court rules, and e-filing systems. International calendaring is extremely important.
3. Proficiency in case file management, new client intake, drafting correspondence and pleadings, calendaring, and tracking billable time.
4. Familiarity with legal software such as FileSite, iManage, and Elite.
5. Exceptional organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
6. Strong written and verbal communication skills, with a keen attention to detail.
7. A proactive approach, with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
8. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
9. A high level of discretion and confidentiality, due to the sensitive nature of the work.
10. A degree or certification in legal studies would be advantageous, but not necessary.
If you are a driven professional with a passion for the legal industry, we would love to hear from you. This is an excellent opportunity to join a dynamic team and make a significant impact on our firm's success.
Interested in hearing more? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Apply" button.
Location: Grand Central, NY, US
Posted Date: 11/21/2024
This Jobot Consulting Job is hosted by: Jessica Carroll
Are you a fit? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Apply" button
and sending us your resume.
Salary: $30 - $45 per hour
A bit about us:
Our client is an international law firm with over 120+ years of success. With locations across the globe, our client assists individuals and organizations in realizing their ambitions, protects and defends their interests, and uses private capital to help transform their client's worlds.
Why join us?
Medical + Wellness Plan
Dental
Vision
401K Match + Contribution
STD/LTD
Life Insurance
PTO
Bonuses
And More!!
Job Details
Job Details: Temp to Perm Opportunity!
Our dynamic law firm is currently seeking an experienced Legal Secretary to join our team. This exciting role offers the unique opportunity to provide high-level administrative support to our legal team, while also contributing to our ongoing success in the legal industry. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 3 years of experience in a similar role, with a strong understanding of legal procedures, court rules, and e-filing systems. Proficiency in case file management, new client intake, drafting correspondence and pleadings, calendaring, and tracking billable time is a must. Experience with FileSite, iManage, and Elite is highly desirable.
Responsibilities:
As a Legal Secretary, your primary responsibilities will include:
1. Providing comprehensive secretarial support to our legal team, including drafting and editing correspondence, pleadings, and other legal documents.
2. Efficiently managing case files, ensuring all relevant information is accurately recorded and easily accessible.
3. Coordinating new client intake, including collecting necessary information and ensuring all paperwork is completed accurately and in a timely manner.
4. Overseeing the firm's calendar, scheduling appointments, meetings, and court dates, as well as managing deadlines - international time zone awareness is mandatory.
5. Utilizing e-filing systems to electronically file court documents in accordance with legal procedures and court rules.
6. Tracking and recording billable time to ensure accurate client billing.
7. Using legal software such as FileSite, iManage, and Elite to manage and organize case files and other important documents.
Qualifications:
To be successful in this role, the ideal candidate will possess the following qualifications:
1. A minimum of 3+ years of experience as a Legal Secretary or in a similar role within the legal industry.
2. Strong knowledge of legal procedures, court rules, and e-filing systems. International calendaring is extremely important.
3. Proficiency in case file management, new client intake, drafting correspondence and pleadings, calendaring, and tracking billable time.
4. Familiarity with legal software such as FileSite, iManage, and Elite.
5. Exceptional organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
6. Strong written and verbal communication skills, with a keen attention to detail.
7. A proactive approach, with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
8. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
9. A high level of discretion and confidentiality, due to the sensitive nature of the work.
10. A degree or certification in legal studies would be advantageous, but not necessary.
If you are a driven professional with a passion for the legal industry, we would love to hear from you. This is an excellent opportunity to join a dynamic team and make a significant impact on our firm's success.
Interested in hearing more? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Apply" button.
Location: Grand Central, NY, US
Posted Date: 11/21/2024
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