Legal Assistant | Medical Malpractice | Hybrid | 147597
Legal Assistant | Medical Malpractice | Hybrid | 147597
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$ 65000 - 80000
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Job Description
Our Client
Our client a respected and long-established medical malpractice defense firm is looking for a dedicated Legal Assistant to join its team in their White Plains NY location. This full-time direct hire role offers a salary range of $65-80k plus overtime eligibility and comprehensive benefits. After an initial 45-day period the position includes one remote workday per week. You must be commutable to White Plains. If youre an experienced legal professional seeking a stable supportive environment with deep-rooted mentorship and long-term growth potential this is an excellent opportunity.
Who Were Looking For
Were seeking a skilled Legal Assistant with hands-on experience supporting litigation attorneys in medical malpractice defense. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced setting demonstrates exceptional organizational skills and has a meticulous approach to preparing and managing legal documents. Youll play a vital role in ensuring smooth day-to-day operations while working alongside attorneys dedicated to defending healthcare professionals.
What To Expect as a Legal Assistant
- Support medical malpractice defense attorneys with comprehensive legal and administrative tasks
- Answer and screen phone calls for assigned attorneys
- Prepare proofread edit and finalize legal documents (answers motions pleadings discovery closing documents memos reports and correspondence)
- Maintain detailed logs to track outstanding documents and deadlines
- Prepare and process invoices and invoice memos
- Draft and send correspondence with transcripts to clients and counsel
- Assist attorneys with scanning copying and printing
- Set up devices for attorneys for virtual meetings and court proceedings
- Provide NYSCEF consent for attorneys
- E-file answers motions and other legal documents on behalf of attorneys
Qualifications For Success
- Proven experience as a Legal Assistant Legal Executive Assistant or Legal Secretary supporting a litigation practice
- Medical malpractice experience required
- Strong knowledge of legal terminology documents and court filing procedures
- Exceptional proofreading and editing skills with keen attention to detail
- Strong organizational and time management skills
- Ability to handle confidential information with discretion
- Fast-paced office environment with multitasking required
- Familiarity with NYSCEF e-filing procedures is preferred
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and legal document management systems is required
Salary Range: $65000 - $80000
Reference: 147597
Employment Type
Full Time
