Litigation Legal Assistant

Strategic Employment

Litigation Legal Assistant

New York, NY
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    A highly regarded International Litigation Firm, is seeking a talented Litigation Legal Assistant to join their Downtown NYC office.

    This firm is uniquely positioned in the market, focusing on high-stakes, large-scale litigation that often spans multiple global jurisdictions

    Location: New York City (Downtown) | Hybrid Schedule (3 days in-office)

    Compensation: $80,000 – $100,000 + Full Benefits Package

    Responsibilities:

    • Execute electronic filings across federal and state courts, ensuring strict adherence to varying court rules and deadlines.
    • Provide proactive "right-hand" support to a busy group of attorneys, managing intricate calendaring, international travel logistics, and meeting coordination.
    • Assist with the full litigation lifecycle, including document preparation, citation checking, and trial preparation.
    • Handle essential billing functions such as time entry, expense reconciliation, and time tracking with high accuracy.
    • Exercise independent judgment to prioritize tasks and manage competing deadlines in a high-pressure environment.

    Qualifications:

    • Prior experience as a Legal Assistant or Administrative Assistant within a law firm setting.
    • Strong familiarity with court rules, litigation procedures, and the ECF system.
    • A self-starter with high attention to detail and the ability to pivot between changing priorities.
    • Ability to interact effectively with high-level legal professionals and maintain absolute confidentiality.

     

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