Legal Assistance/Paralegal

Connors Law is a Buffalo-based trial and litigation firm that represents businesses, professionals, and individuals in high-stakes legal matters. The firm focuses on complex commercial disputes, serious personal injury cases, white-collar matters, and professional responsibility issues. Connors Law is built on a foundation of experience, strategic thinking, and proven results. Team members provide trusted counsel to clients facing significant legal challenges and work in a setting that values diligence, professionalism, and client service.

The Legal Assistant will support attorneys with day-to-day litigation and trial-related tasks in a full-time, on-site role located in Buffalo, NY. Responsibilities include preparing and formatting legal documents, organizing case files, maintaining calendars and deadlines, and coordinating court filings and service of documents. The Legal Assistant will assist with legal research support, data entry, and document management to help ensure matters proceed efficiently. This position requires consistent on-site collaboration with attorneys and staff in a fast-paced, detail-oriented environment.

Foundational knowledge of law and litigation processes, with the ability to understand and follow legal procedures.

Proficiency in legal document preparation, including drafting, formatting, proofreading, and organizing pleadings, motions, and correspondence.

Experience in administrative assistance, including calendar management, filing, data entry, and general office operations in a legal setting.

Prior experience working as a legal assistant or in a similar support role within a law firm or legal department.

Proficiency with legal practice management software, document management systems, and standard office applications (e.g., Word, Excel, PDF tools).

Ability to work collaboratively on-site, maintain confidentiality, and exercise sound judgment in handling sensitive information.

additional legal training or certification is a plus.

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