Job description

Growing law firm has an opening for a full-time, bright and motivated paralegal or college graduate interested in law to support our Syosset, New York office by providing a full range of paralegal and administrative support to legal staff.

The ideal candidate will have previously worked in an office environment in a support position. Knowledge of the legal field is helpful but not necessary.

Hours: 9:00am-6:00 pm, Monday – Friday

Education/Experience:

· Bachelor’s degree and/or paralegal certificate

· Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, with aptitude to learn new software and systems (use of iManage document management system and Timeslips is helpful.)

Main Job Duties and Responsibilities:

· Prepare and electronically file various legal documents and correspondence

· Assist attorneys in meetings and with correspondence with clients

· Assistant will work closely with two partners in regard to scheduling of appointments and maintain phone logs; administrative support for upcoming lectures/webinars and professional committee meetings; and provide support for additional matters, as required

· Billing assistance: assist partners with inputting time for client billing; prepare and send invoices; prepare and process expense reports and reconciliations for partners, as needed

· Monitor and maintain office equipment; inventory supplies and order replacement supplies as needed

· Coordinate office and maintenance issues for general repair and updates via building management portal

Key Skills and Competencies:

· Must have strong academic record

· Strong computer skills

· Organizational skills

· Able to adapt to changing priorities and client needs

· Deadline-driven

· Strong communication skills

· Attention to detail and accuracy

· Problem resolution

· Initiative

· Sound judgment

· Information collection, management, and retention

· Able to effectively handle sensitive and confidential information

· Ability to work effectively as part of a team

· Able to work well under law firm time deadlines

We provide our staff with numerous opportunities for professional advancement. This position is full-time. Salary is competitive and commensurate with experience. The firm has a 401(k) and health benefits.

The firm offers comprehensive legal services to individuals, businesses and not-for-profit and religious corporations. Our firm prides itself in the understanding that client relationships extend beyond providing legal advice. The attorneys at the firm recognize that effective problem solving takes an understanding of both business and legal issues along with the ability to provide and communicate appropriate options. The firm is proud that its success is directly linked to the success of those it serves, and is due, in large part, to the enduring relationships it has formed with its clients throughout the years.

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer: Race, Religion, Color, National Origin, Sexual Orientation, Citizenship, Sex, Age, Disability, Ancestry, Veteran Status, Genetic Information, and Service in the Uniformed Services or any other classification protected by law.

Work Remotely

• No

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

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