LHH Recruitment Solutions is seeking a temporary Legal Assistant for a premier law firm specializing in labor and employment law. This temporary position, slated to last 4-6 weeks, offers the potential for conversion to a permanent role for the right candidate. The Legal Assistant will play a vital role in coordinating and performing high-level tasks to facilitate efficient practice management supporting five attorneys.
Location: New York, NY (3 days in-office, 2 days remote)
Duration: 4-6 weeks, potential for conversion
Work Schedule: 35 hours per week
Hourly Pay: Up to $40.00 per hour
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide comprehensive administrative support to five attorneys, including managing calendars, scheduling meetings, and coordinating travel arrangements
- Prepare and format legal documents, correspondence, and reports, ensuring accuracy and adherence to firm standards
- Conduct legal research and gather relevant information pertaining to state and federal judicial systems and agency procedures in labor and employment law
- Assist in the preparation and filing of court documents, ensuring compliance with all procedural requirements
- Maintain organized electronic and physical filing systems for case documents and attorney files
- Communicate effectively with clients, court personnel, and external agencies as needed
- Track deadlines and manage workflow to ensure timely completion of tasks
- Support attorneys with trial preparation and other special projects as required
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in a legal environment
- 4+ years of experience as a legal assistant or in a similar role, preferably in labor and employment law
- Extensive knowledge of state and federal judicial systems and agency procedures
- Strong time management, communication, and organizational skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and legal research tools
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a hybrid work environment
Benefit offerings include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and 401K plan. Our program provides employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. Available paid leave may include Paid Sick Leave, where required by law; any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law; and Holiday pay upon meeting eligibility criteria.
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