Job Title: Legal Assistant
Department: Dispute Resolution
Location: New York, NY
Job Type: Full-time, hybrid schedule (three days in-office and two days remote)
Compensation: $85,000 - $100,000 per year, discretionary bonus

A top-tier international law firm is seeking an experienced Legal Assistant with demonstrable experience managing court filings and litigation dockets. This role supports litigation attorneys through a combination of clerical, organizational, and research responsibilities, including document preparation and review, legal research, investigations, fact-checking, and trial preparation.

Duties Responsibilities:

· Manage litigation calendars, court deadlines, and case dockets for dispute resolution matters

· Prepare, proofread, revise, and electronically file court documents in state and federal courts

· Draft routine legal documents and correspondence, including cover letters, engagement agreements, discovery shells, notices, affirmations, affidavits, and service certifications

· Assist attorneys with trial, hearing, deposition, arbitration, and mediation preparation

· Conduct factual research, investigations, cite-checking, and document review using electronic databases and court systems

· Monitor court dockets, retrieve pleadings, and track case developments and procedural requirements

· Organize and maintain case files, exhibits, discovery materials, and other supporting documentation

· Coordinate with clients, courts, opposing counsel, process servers, and e-discovery vendors regarding filings and case logistics

· Prepare exhibits, binders, and other litigation support materials

· Maintain attorney logins and passwords for court filing systems and vendor platforms

· Review and edit pre-bills and assist with client billing and collections communications

· Support client intake and screening processes

· Assist with court administration, CLE tracking, and other administrative matters related to litigation support

· Provide general administrative and clerical support to attorneys and legal teams while handling confidential information with discretion

Required Skills/Abilities:

· Strong knowledge of state and federal court filing procedures, including e-filing systems

· Experience managing litigation calendars, court deadlines, and case dockets

· Proficiency in drafting, proofreading, and formatting legal documents and correspondence

· Familiarity with litigation procedures, discovery, and trial preparation

· Strong research, organizational, and multitasking skills with excellent attention to detail

· Ability to manage confidential information with professionalism and discretion

· Excellent written and verbal communication skills

· Proficiency in Microsoft Office and legal case management systems

· Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment

· Experience with billing, e-discovery platforms, and vendor coordination preferred

Education and Experience:

· A bachelor’s degree is required

· 3-4 years of experience as a legal assistant/paralegal

Physical Requirements:

· Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.

Pay: $85,000.00 - $100,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k)
Dental insurance
Disability insurance
Employee assistance program
Flexible spending account
Health insurance
Health savings account
Paid time off
Vision insurance

Work Location: Hybrid remote in New York, NY 10020

International law firm

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