Legal Assistant
Hire Options, Inc., New York, NY, United States
Overview
Law firm is seeking a Legal Assistant to support their New York office. This is a contract position with the possibility of permanent hire.
Responsibilities
Support attorneys with all phases of litigation, including pleadings, discovery, filings, and trial preparation
Draft, edit, and finalize legal documents such as briefs, correspondence, and discovery materials
Handle e-filings in New York State and Federal courts (NYSCEF and ECF/PACER)
Prepare materials for hearings, depositions, and trials, including binders and exhibits
Manage attorney calendars, coordinating deadlines and meetings
Assist with client intake processes, including conflict checks and engagement documentation
Enter attorney time, assist with billing coordination, and process expense reports
Provide administrative and overflow support as needed
Qualifications
Bachelor\'s degree
At least 3+ years of litigation assistant experience in a mid- to large-sized law firm required
Proficiency with New York state and federal court filings required
Experience with legal software such as NetDocuments, CompuLaw, Best Authority, and Adobe Acrobat preferred
Hire Options Inc. and its clients are equal opportunity employers. Pursuant to local ordinances, we will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.
Pay Rate: $26-35/hour
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Law firm is seeking a Legal Assistant to support their New York office. This is a contract position with the possibility of permanent hire.
Responsibilities
Support attorneys with all phases of litigation, including pleadings, discovery, filings, and trial preparation
Draft, edit, and finalize legal documents such as briefs, correspondence, and discovery materials
Handle e-filings in New York State and Federal courts (NYSCEF and ECF/PACER)
Prepare materials for hearings, depositions, and trials, including binders and exhibits
Manage attorney calendars, coordinating deadlines and meetings
Assist with client intake processes, including conflict checks and engagement documentation
Enter attorney time, assist with billing coordination, and process expense reports
Provide administrative and overflow support as needed
Qualifications
Bachelor\'s degree
At least 3+ years of litigation assistant experience in a mid- to large-sized law firm required
Proficiency with New York state and federal court filings required
Experience with legal software such as NetDocuments, CompuLaw, Best Authority, and Adobe Acrobat preferred
Hire Options Inc. and its clients are equal opportunity employers. Pursuant to local ordinances, we will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.
Pay Rate: $26-35/hour
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