Legal Assistant
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Job Location:
New York City, NY - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
20 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Legal Assistant
Career Consulting Partners is proud to partner with a thriving California-based law firm that is expanding into New York. This position is on-site in the Financial District of Manhattan.
The firm represents employees and consumers in high-impact class and representative actions handling matters such as wage-and-hour violations discrimination unfair business practices and false advertising. With a track record of litigating against regional national and Fortune 500 companies the firm has recovered millions of dollars for thousands of clients nationwide.
We are seeking a highly organized and professional Legal Assistant to join the firms expanding team. This role provides direct exposure to all aspects of plaintiffs side litigation and the chance to work on high-stakes class and representative actions. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented proactive and committed to supporting attorneys in delivering exceptional results for clients.
Key Responsibilities:
Assist attorneys with case management including client and witness interviews drafting summaries and organizing case materials.
Draft legal documents file motions pleadings and ensure compliance with court procedures.
Maintain case files track evidence exhibits depositions and other key materials.
Input and manage deadlines court dates depositions hearings and client meetings in the firms calendaring system.
Calculate and double-check deadlines according to relevant statutes and court rules.
Manage scheduling conflicts and assist with special projects as assigned.
Maintain organized records and enter documents into the firms database.
Perform other duties as needed ensuring confidentiality and professional discretion at all times.
Qualifications:
Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
Strong interpersonal and client service skills.
Understanding of legal principles court procedures pleadings and legal research.
Highly organized with strong attention to detail and time management skills.
Ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or equivalent software.
Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment.
Minimum of 1 year of legal assistant experience in litigation.
Compensation and Benefits:
Salary: $30 - $40 an hour
Benefits include medical dental vision 401(k) PTO and continuing legal education support
Opportunities for professional growth and advancement
Join a collaborative passionate team dedicated to justice and client advocacy
Play a key role in shaping and expanding our New York office
Location:
Financial District Manhattan New York
Please note that we at Career Consulting Partners will be sure to keep your information private. We will not submit you or your information to any firm without your consent. Once we have received your resume/application we will reach out to you and review the firm(s) before we move forward.
Key Skills
- Administrative Law
- Intellectual Property
- Employment Law
- Advocacy
- Legal Research
- Contract Law
- Criminal Cases
- Legal procedures
- Law
- Legal Operations
- Private Practice
- Civil Litigation
- Federal Courts
- Labor Law
- Arbitration Law
About Company
Founder and CEO, Edgar M. Rodriguez, is a California Native who created Career Consulting Partners to revolutionize the Mortgage/Finance and Legal staffing industry. He recognized that many businesses and individuals struggle to find the right recruiting firm to partner with.At Career ... View more
