Senior Legal Assistant I

Job Summary

This role will be based out of our New York City office assisting and supporting attorney(s) in various capacities by providing clerical and research support services including document preparation and review; research, and file organization.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Manage a high-volume caseload of personal injury matters from intake through resolution.
• Draft, review, and file pleadings, motions, discovery responses, Bills of Particulars, stipulations, and other legal documents.
• Investigate insurance coverage, liability, and asset information through DMV searches, police reports, FOIL requests, ACRIS, Westlaw, LexisNexis, and other available resources.
• Open, maintain, and manage no-fault, bodily injury, uninsured/underinsured motorist, and premises liability claims.
• Serve as a primary point of contact for clients, insurance carriers, opposing counsel, medical providers, and court personnel.
• Coordinate depositions, court appearances, and other litigation-related proceedings, including trial preparation activities.
• Obtain, organize, and maintain medical records, settlement packages, trial exhibits, witness materials, and case-related documentation.
• Prepare clients and witnesses for depositions, hearings, and trial testimony.
• Oversee document production, correspondence, court filings, and compliance with OCA requirements.
• Maintain accurate case records, database entries, and document management systems to ensure timely and efficient case handling.

Qualifications

• 2 year minimum of Legal experience is required
• Bachelor’s degree is required
• Understanding of legal language and principles, research methods, court pleadings and processes, and other related matters is a plus
• Adept at learning and using legal software
• Proven ability to meet deadlines and have excellent time management skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to maintain confidentiality, and to exercise discretion and good judgment

The annualized salary range for this position is $60,000 to $70,000

The referenced salary range is based on the Firm's good faith belief at the time of posting. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as geographic location, work experience, market conditions, education/training and skill level.

Weitz & Luxenberg, P.C. is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status.

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