Legal Assistant

O'Hagan Meyer

• $61K — $115K *
Legal & Accounting
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree, Paralegal Certificate or equivalent experience
  • 3+ years of experience in a related legal support role
  • Experience with New York courts filing procedures
  • Familiarity with legal terminology and procedures
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office, Adobe Acrobat, NYSCEF, Pacer, and ECF Filing Systems
  • Previous remote work experience preferred
  • Strong organizational abilities and attention to detail

Responsibilities

  • Provide litigation support for multiple attorneys managing complex caseloads
  • Prepare and revise legal documents in compliance with court rules
  • Handle court filings, both electronic and traditional, for various courts
  • Coordinate travel and expense reimbursements for attorneys
  • Assist with trial support tasks including document production and exhibit preparation
  • Maintain filing systems and databases for efficient data retrieval
  • Monitor litigation calendars for deadlines and trial dates

Benefits

  • Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental, & Vision)
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan
  • Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary, & AD&D)
  • Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick Leave, & Company Holidays)
  • Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)
  • Short Term & Long-Term Disability
  • Training & Development opportunities
  • Free Food & Snacks in Office
  • Wellness Resources
  • Commuter Benefits
Full Job Description
O'Hagan Meyer is looking for an organized and professional litigation Legal Assistant to join our New York City law office. This individual will provide vital assistance to a team of attorneys by handling case-related tasks, preparing a variety of legal documentation, and managing case files. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, proficient in legal terminology, and understands the electronic filing procedures in State and Federal Courts. This will be full-time, remote position.

Responsibilities
  • Provide comprehensive litigation support to multiple attorneys, managing heavy and complex caseloads
  • Prepare, revise, proofread, and format pleadings, motions, briefs, discovery, and correspondence in compliance with applicable court rules
  • Prepare court filings for state, federal and appellate courts, including electronic and traditional filings
  • Coordinate travel arrangements. Prepare, submit, and track travel and expense reimbursements
  • Assist with discovery and trial support, including document production, exhibit preparation, and court filings. Support scanning, photocopying, and binder preparation as needed
  • Create and maintain filing systems and databases in compliance with office policies to ensure accurate and efficient data retrieval
  • Maintain and monitor litigation calendars, including deadlines, hearings, depositions, and trial dates
  • Perform other duties as assigned


Salary: $61,000 to $115,000

Requirements
  • Bachelor's Degree, Paralegal Certificate or equivalent experience
  • 3+ years of prior work experience as a legal assistant, legal secretary, or related role in litigation.
  • Must have New York courts filing experience
  • Familiarity with law, legal procedures, and protocols
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite, Adobe Acrobat, NYSCEF, Pacer and ECF Filing Systems
  • Previous iManage experience preferred but not required
  • Prior remote work
  • Exceptional organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to multitask
  • Strong written and oral communication skills
  • Ability to work independently but also as part of a team
  • Strong understanding of client confidentiality rules

Benefits
  • Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental, & Vision)
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan
  • Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary, & AD&D)
  • Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick Leave, & Company Holidays)
  • Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)
  • Short Term & Long-Term Disability
  • Training & Development
  • Free Food & Snacks in Office
  • Wellness Resources
  • Commuter Benefits

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