Legal Assistant

Brief overview

Remote

UndergradOr in progress

$61k–$115k/yrStated range

3+ yrsMinimum

LitigationNew York Courts FilingLegal ProceduresMicrosoft OfficeAdobe AcrobatNYSCEFPACERECF Filing SystemsiManageClient Confidentiality RulesWritten and Oral Communication

Job description

Summary

O’Hagan Meyer is a law firm seeking an organized and professional litigation Legal Assistant for its New York City law office. The role provides remote litigation support to multiple attorneys by preparing legal documents and court filings, managing case files and calendars, and assisting with discovery and trial activities.

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

Skills

* 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
* 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
* Previous iManage experience preferred but not required

Qualifications

Must Haves

* 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
* 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