Commercial Litigation Legal Secretary

This Jobot Job is hosted by: Colleen Gormley Job Details: Salary: $85,000 - $92,000 per year A bit about us Our client, an esteemed full service law firm on Long Island, is seeking an experienced Legal Secretary to support their sophisticated commercial litigation and labor & employment groups. If you are looking to join an excellent firm that provides top tier quality service to their clients, apply today! Why join us Competitive compensation package Complete benefits package (medical, dental, vision) PTO + Company paid holidays Accelerated Career Growth Responsibilities Drafting and proofreading legal documents, pleadings, motions, and correspondence to ensure accuracy. Assisting attorneys in preparing for trials, hearings, mediations, and depositions. Managing complex calendars, coordinating meetings, court dates, and travel arrangements. Conducting legal research and gathering relevant information to support case preparation. Maintaining organized and up-to-date case files and documentation. Liaising with clients, court officials, and other legal professionals in a professional manner. Ensuring compliance with court rules and legal procedures in all documents and filings. Assisting with billing and invoicing processes, tracking billable hours accurately. Qualifications 5+ years experience as a legal secretary, preferably in litigation and/or labor and employment law. Exceptional legal drafting skills with a keen eye for detail. Proficiency in using legal research tools and software. Strong knowledge and understanding of legal procedures, terminologies, and court system. Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines. Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to interact professionally with clients, attorneys, and court officials. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) and legal case management software. A proactive approach to work, with the ability to work independently and as part of a team. High level of discretion and confidentiality for handling sensitive information. Paralegal certification or equivalent is highly desirable. This role presents an excellent opportunity for a seasoned legal secretary to contribute to a dynamic legal team. If you are a dedicated professional with a passion for law and a commitment to excellence, we would love to hear from you. Interested in hearing more? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Easy Apply" button. Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions. Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. Information collected and processed as part of your Jobot candidate profile, and any job applications, resumes, or other information you choose to submit is subject to Jobot’s Privacy Policy, as well as the Jobot California Worker Privacy Notice and Jobot Notice Regarding Automated Employment Decision Tools which are available at jobot.com/legal. By applying for this job, you agree to receive calls, AI-generated calls, text messages, or emails from Jobot, and/or its agents and contracted partners. Frequency varies for text messages. Message and data rates may apply. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. You can reply STOP to cancel and HELP for help. You can access our privacy policy here: jobot.com/privacy-policy #J-18808-Ljbffr