Legal Assistant

Direct message the job poster from The Goodkind Group, LLC Executive Recruiter at The Goodkind Group Seeking a full-time Legal Assistant to provide dedicated administrative support to associates in connection with their day-to-day transactional work at a great law firm in NYC. The Legal Assistant will play a critical role in ensuring documents and workflows are managed efficiently, with particular focus on document preparation, formatting, and management. This is an in‑office position, with flexibility for later working hours to support associates as needed. Key Responsibilities Provide MS Word editing and formatting support, including troubleshooting and fixing corrupted documents. Enter handwritten comments and edits into Word documents with accuracy. Prepare and manage redlined versions of documents. Save and organize documents from data sites into the firm’s document management system. Collaborate closely with associates to support transactional projects and meet deadlines. Assist with other administrative tasks as needed to ensure smooth workflow. Qualifications Minimum of 3+ years of relevant experience; prior legal assistant or legal industry experience strongly preferred. Proficiency in Microsoft Word (advanced formatting, redlining, editing required). Familiarity with other tools such as Litera, Adobe, and document management systems (experience with NetDocs is a plus, but training will be provided). Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and organizational skills. Ability to thrive in a fast‑paced environment and provide support during extended or later hours, when necessary. Professionalism, discretion, and excellent communication skills. Seniority Level Associate Employment Type Full‑time Job Function Administrative and Legal Industries Legal Services Benefits Medical insurance Vision insurance 401(k) Pension plan Paid maternity leave Disability insurance Get notified about new Legal Assistant jobs in New York, NY . #J-18808-Ljbffr