Litigation Legal Assistant

Job Description Position: Litigation Legal Assistant Location: Garden City, New York Employment Type: Full-Time Hours: 9:00a.m. – 6:00p.m. (Monday – Friday) Salary Range: $55,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year (depending on experience) About Our Firm: We are a fast-paced, highly active litigation firm dedicated to aggressively advocating for our clients. We handle a diverse and demanding docket encompassing Criminal Defense (State and Federal in New York and New Jersey), Family & Matrimonial Law, Immigration, Civil Rights Violations and Personal Injury. We pride ourselves on delivering exceptional results and are looking for a sharp, detail-oriented Legal Assistant to join our team. Position Overview: We are seeking a versatile Legal Assistant to serve as the operational backbone for our busy litigation team. You will handle heavy phones and juggle multiple practice areas, manage dynamic calendars, and handle time-sensitive filings across various courts and agencies. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-moving environment, possesses excellent organizational skills, and can communicate effectively with clients, court staff and opposing counsel. This role is ideal for someone who is detailoriented, organized, and eager to grow within the field. Key Responsibilities: Case Management: Maintain, organize, and track active case files within Clio across State and Federal Jurisdictions. Document Preparation & Filing: Draft, format, and proofread legal documents, including pleadings, motions and discovery responses. E-Filing: Execute electronic filings accurately using NYSCER, PACER, ECOURTS, and EDDS. Client Communication: Serve as a primary point of contact for clients, conduct intake, and maintain regular case-status updates. Scheduling & Calendaring: Manage attorney calendars, schedule hearings, consultations, court appearances, depositions and professional visits with incarcerated clients. Litigation Support: Assist with trial/hearing prep by organizing exhibits, assembling witness binders, and summarizing legal documents. Qualifications & Skills Experience: 2 – 5 + years of experience in a litigation law firm setting. Exposure to criminal, family, immigration, civil rights and / or personal injury is a strong plus. Technical Skills: Hands-on experience with Clio case management software is required. Filing Proficiency: Deep familiarity with PACER, NYSCEF, ECOURTS and EDDS electronic filing systems. Communication: Exceptional verbal and written communication skills. Languages: Spanish speaking is a plus but is not required. Soft Skills: Ability to work independently, manage competing priorities in a high-volume environment, and maintain strict client confidentiality. Benefits: Health Insurance Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays (After successful completion of Probationary Period) 401(k) retirement plan #J-18808-Ljbffr Law Office Of Adrienne D Edward Pc