Legal Assistant

Lydecker
New York, NY
Category Legal
Job Description
This is a hybrid position for a Legal Assistant with a strong work ethic, exceptional organizational skills, and experience in civil defense litigation. The role involves supporting attorneys, maintaining effective communication, and performing various administrative duties. Lydecker is a growing national litigation firm with a diverse and inclusive work environment, offering flexible work-life integration, competitive salaries, and a robust 401k plan.

Requirements

  • A minimum of 2 years of civil defense litigation experience, preferably in bodily injury, general liability, construction defect, or other civil defense litigation practice area.
  • Previous experience with calendaring, docketing, interfacing with court personnel, opposing counsel, clients, and vendors.
  • Drafting basic pleadings and legal correspondence.
  • Computer skills: basic knowledge of computer operation, internet software, spreadsheet software, and word processing software.
  • Self-motivated and a self-starter.
  • Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks and deadlines effectively.
  • Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to interact professionally with clients, court personnel, opposing counsel, and internal team members.
  • Detail-oriented with a keen eye for accuracy, proofreading, and editing legal documents for consistency and completeness.
  • Proactive and self-motivated with a demonstrated ability to work independently as well as collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Willingness to undertake additional tasks as requested by the attorneys, contributing to the overall success of the team.

Benefits

  • Hourly rate depending on depth and years of experience ($50k-$60k)
  • Annual performance reviews with potential for sizeable increase in salary
  • Hybrid or remote work environment
  • Flexible work hours
  • Medical Insurance
  • Optional Dental & Vision Insurance
  • Optional Voluntary Life and Disability Insurance
  • Optional Voluntary Accident Insurance
  • Optional Critical Illness Insurance
  • Optional Cancer Insurance
  • Optional Hospitalization Insurance
  • Optional Health Savings Account
  • Optional Flexible Spending Account
  • 401k after one calendar year of employment
  • Paid time off (PTO)
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