Legal Assistant (On-Site)

The Woodbury, Long Island office of Kaufman Dolowich is a full‑service National Law firm with more than 250 attorneys across 16 offices and over 25 practice areas. We are actively seeking a Legal Assistant to work directly with our attorneys to prepare for upcoming cases and get involved in fact‑finding projects. Our Legal Support Department is comprised of highly skilled and motivated individuals, who are seeking a dynamic self‑starter to join our growing team! Responsibilities Assist with complex document production, drafting pleadings, discovery and correspondence (including Bates Stamping) Create Table of Contents and Table of Authorities Prepare court filings and file with various courts (traditional and e‑filings) Communicate with court staff regarding various issues Handle outgoing and incoming mail/FedEx for assigned attorneys Maintain calendars for assigned attorneys Prepare Trial Memorandum and calendar all appearances/deadlines Schedule Depositions, Mediations, as well as handling all calendaring for assigned attorneys Scan and upload documents to the document management system and create templates for new files Answer telephones taking detailed messages. At request of attorneys, provide follow‑up and interact with clients, outside counsel and others Other duties, as needed, to support the firm and office operations Qualifications 3+ years of litigation experience Exceptional writing, communication, and organization skills Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality Ability to prioritize workload and meet deadlines Ability to analyze legal documents and ensure accuracy and knowledge of legal terminology Why Join Kaufman Dolowich? Successful candidates will have access to exceptional career development opportunities and a competitive total rewards package, including the potential to earn performance‑based bonuses Team‑first culture with open communication and support Comprehensive benefits offerings Uncapped professional development opportunities Dynamic, team‑oriented, on‑site working environment with open communication and support Base Salary Range: $55,000 – $75,000 Please note that the stated salary range is an estimate and does not guarantee a specific offer. Actual compensation will be determined based on market location, as well as the candidate’s experience, skills, and job‑related qualifications. Base salary represents just one component of the comprehensive Total Rewards package offered by Kaufman Dolowich, which also includes a discretionary bonus program and a robust benefits offering for full‑time employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment at Kaufman Dolowich without regard to race, creed, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic predisposition or carrier status, veteran, marital or citizenship status, or any other status protected by law. Kaufman Dolowich is proud to be an equal‑opportunity employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr