Job Description
Legal Practice Assistant New York, NY Salary Range: $ 85,000 – $115,000 DOE Key Highlights: Elite Global Firm | Multi-Practice Support (Litigation & Transactional) | Appellate Focus A leading international firm is seeking a high-functioning Legal Practice Assistant for its New York office. This role provides critical, high-level support to multiple attorneys in a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate is a proactive professional who masters the balance between complex litigation filings and sophisticated transactional administration. Core Responsibilities Litigation & Appellate: Format, proofread, and cite-check appellate briefs; manage State and Federal ECF filings with absolute accuracy. Transactional Support: Draft and redline contracts and pleadings using comparison software; facilitate new client/matter intake and conflicts tasks. Document Management: Organize high-volume electronic files in iManage/NetDocs using standardized naming conventions and data maintenance in Excel. Executive Coordination: Manage complex attorney calendars, multi-departmental meeting logistics, catering, IT needs, and domestic/international travel. Financial Admin: Oversee attorney time entry and prepare detailed electronic expense reports. Communication: Serve as a professional liaison between attorneys, clients, and internal departments while maintaining strict confidentiality. Essential Qualifications Experience: 5+ years of legal assistant experience across Transactional and Litigation practices (Appellate experience highly preferred). Technical Skills: Mastery of MS Office (Advanced Excel), iManage/NetDocs, and State/Federal electronic court filing systems. Operational Strengths: Exceptional proofreading, grammar, and typing speed; ability to handle overtime as needed for trial or closing deadlines. Education: High School Diploma required; Bachelor’s or Associate degree preferred. Why Join? This role is perfect for a career assistant who enjoys a collaborative, "team-first" culture and the intellectual challenge of supporting top-tier legal timekeepers in a global marketplace. #AVE1