legal support assistant

Seyfarth Shaw LLP

<div><div><ul><li>New York, New York</li><li>
Administration</li><li>
Full-Time</li><li>
Hybrid</li><li>
Staff</li></ul></div><div></div><div><div><b>
Why Seyfarth</b><div><br>
At Seyfarth, we understand that great people are the key to our success, and we provide the opportunities to match. If you join us, you&rsquo;ll work with state-of-the-art technology in a friendly and professional environment, and we will continue to invest in your professional development. If you want the freedom to grow at a firm that is invested in your future, keep reading.</div><br>
<br>
<b>The Opportunity</b><div><br>
The Legal Support Assistant performs a variety of secretarial and/or administrative duties for assigned attorneys working in a fast paced Labor &amp; Employment practice. This position interacts with colleagues in a team setting and upholds the image of the Firm by maintaining positive contact with clients, attorneys and staff, and observing confidentiality of client matters.</div><br>
<br>
<b>The Day-To-Day</b><div><br>
On any given day, you will:</div><ul><li>
Draft, input, revise and finalize routine correspondence, memoranda and other legal documents.</li><li>
Proofread documents and check for appropriate formatting, spelling, grammar and context.</li><li>
Verify all attachments, exhibits and enclosures are included with transmittal letters/memos.</li><li>
Complete client/matter forms, request conflicts of interest checks, open new files and maintain all client and general files.</li><li>
Manage multiple partner level attorneys and associates. Maintain and support complex partner level and attorney and team calendars and schedules. Coordinate and manage depositions, mediations, client meetings, team meeting schedules and calls.</li><li>
Maintain client contact information.</li><li>
Maintain electronic client and general files. Review incoming mail, ensure client documents and emails are properly uploaded and filed to the DMS system, Kiteworks, Seyfarth Link, etc.</li><li>
Prepare documents and packages for mail, messenger, and overnight delivery</li><li>
Enter attorney time and send time entry reminders</li><li>
Coordinate and follow through on requests and projects with other support departments (e.g. word processing, receptionists, assist with client billing, records clerks, office services, conflicts department, finance, etc.)</li><li>
Prepare and process expense reports, and vendor invoices in Chrome River.</li><li>
Schedule attorney appointments/client meetings, prepare agendas, coordinate conferences and travel arrangements.</li><li>
Complete other duties and projects as assigned.</li></ul>
<br>
<b>You Have</b><br>
<ul><li>
A minimum of 5 years of legal assistant experience.</li><li>
Strong proofreading skills, attention to detail and solid grammar/spelling skills.</li><li>
High degree of proficiency with Microsoft programs (Word, Outlook, Excel).</li><li>
Legal citation and legal terminology expertise.</li><li>
Familiarity with Carpe Diem, Elite, iManage, Chrome River, Forte or similar technology.</li><li>
The ability to organize, prioritize and meet the demands of multiple attorney assignments.</li><li>
Flexibility to work overtime occasionally.</li><li>
Good attendance and punctuality.</li></ul>
<br>
<b>What We Provide</b><div><br>
Seyfarth provides competitive salary and benefits at all levels, and our culture embraces the entrepreneurial spirit of its professionals like no other firm. Our professional staff are a collaborative team, helping to define the unique client experience offered by the firm. We understand that it takes more than attorneys to build a successful legal practice; everyone participates in our commitment to excellence.<br>
</div><br>
<b>More About Seyfarth</b><div><br>
With approximately 1,000 lawyers across 17 offices, Seyfarth Shaw LLP provides advisory, litigation, and transactional legal services to clients worldwide. Learn more about The Seyfarth Experience at www.seyfarth.com/careers/.<br>
<br>
Seyfarth Shaw is committed to equal employment opportunity and providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with physical and/or mental disabilities. We value and encourage diversity and solicit applications from all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, gender, sex, age, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, military and veteran status, gender identity or expression, genetic information, change of sex or transgender status, genetic information or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law.<br>
If you would like more information about your EEO rights as an applicant under the law, please click EEO is the LAW and the Supplement poster through the following link: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/migrated_files/employers/poster_screen_reader_optimized.pdf</div><br>
<br>
<b>Location Specific Language</b><div><br>
The salary range for this role is $95,000 to $113,000 annually, which is based on a 35-hour work week. This range is only applicable for jobs to be performed in New York. This is the lowest to highest salary we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. An employee&rsquo;s pay within the salary range will be based on numerous factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, experience, skills, and business or organizational needs. This job is also eligible for an annual merit increase and bonus pay.
<br>
<br>
We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, medical/dental/vision insurance, and 401(k).</div><div></div><div><br>
#LI-Hybrid</div><div>
#LI-DNP</div><div>
This position is based in New York, NY 10018</div></div></div></div>

Legal Support Assistant

<div><div><ul><li>Los Angeles, California</li><li>
Administration</li><li>
Full-Time</li><li>
Hybrid</li><li>
Staff</li></ul></div><div></div><div><div><b>
Why Seyfarth</b><div><br>
At Seyfarth, we understand that great people are the key to our success, and we provide the opportunities to match. If you join us, you&rsquo;ll work with state-of-the-art technology in a friendly and professional environment, and we will continue to invest in your professional development. If you want the freedom to grow at a firm that is invested in your future, keep reading.</div><br>
<br>
<b>The Opportunity</b><div><br>
As a Legal Support Assistant, you will provide a variety of legal assistant and administrative duties for assigned attorneys/paralegals. You will be responsible for interacting with colleagues in a team setting and upholding the image of the Firm by maintaining positive contact with clients, attorneys and staff, and observing confidentiality of client matters.<br>
</div><div></div><div>Hybrid schedule: 3 days in office/week</div><div></div><div><br>
This position is based out of our Downtown LA office: 601 South Figueroa Street, Suite 3300, Los Angeles, CA 90017</div><br>
<br>
<b>The Day-To-Day</b><div><br>
On any given day, you will be working with firm partners and business colleagues on a variety of requests and projects. You will:</div><ul><li>
Draft, input, revise and finalize, routine correspondence, memoranda and other legal documents.</li><li>
File legal documents in federal and state courts, including e-filing in all courts and agencies; prepare documents for service of process; prepare case &ldquo;shell&rdquo; documents for use by attorneys.</li><li>
Verify all attachments, exhibits and enclosures are included with transmittal letters/memos.</li><li>
Proofread documents and check for appropriate formatting, spelling and grammar.</li><li>
Maintain good public relations with clients.</li><li>
Review all incoming mail, distribute to teams as needed and upload to the DMS.</li><li>
Prepare documents and packages for mail, messenger and overnight delivery.</li><li>
Prepare expense reports, manage vendor invoices, mailings, and request checks as needed.</li><li>
Enter attorney time and send time entry reminders.</li><li>
Assist with review and edit of client pre-bills as necessary.</li><li>
Schedule appointments and make arrangements for meetings, conferences and travel.</li><li>
Complete client/matter intake forms; request conflicts of interest checks; open new files and prepare files to be closed.</li><li>
Coordinate and follow through on requests and projects with other support departments (e.g., word processing, receptionists, file/document clerks, office services).</li><li>
Provide overflow and absence coverage assistance as well as secretarial support for Legal Support Assistant Team Members&rsquo; attorneys.</li><li>
Complete other duties and projects as assigned.</li></ul>
<br>
<b>You Have</b><br>
<ul><li>
5-7 years of litigation legal assistant experience, construction litigation experience preferred
</li><li>Strong proofreading skills, attention to detail and solid grammar/spelling skills.</li><li>
Legal citation and legal terminology expertise.</li><li>
High degree of proficiency with Microsoft programs (Word, Outlook, Excel).</li><li>
Familiarity with Carpe Diem, Elite, iManage, Chrome River, Forte or similar technology.</li><li>
The ability to organize, prioritize and meet the demands off multiple attorney assignments.</li><li>
Good attendance and punctuality.</li><li>
Flexibility to adjust hours and to work additional hours as necessary to meet operating and business needs</li></ul>
<br>
<b>What We Provide</b><div><br>
Seyfarth provides competitive salary and benefits at all levels, and our culture embraces the entrepreneurial spirit of its professionals like no other firm. Our professional staff are a collaborative team, helping to define the unique client experience offered by the firm. We understand that it takes more than attorneys to build a successful legal practice; everyone participates in our commitment to excellence.<br>
</div><br>
<b>More About Seyfarth</b><div><br>
With approximately 1,000 lawyers across 17 offices, Seyfarth Shaw LLP provides advisory, litigation, and transactional legal services to clients worldwide. Learn more about The Seyfarth Experience at www.seyfarth.com/careers/.</div><div></div><div><br>
Seyfarth Shaw is committed to equal employment opportunity and providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with physical and/or mental disabilities. We value and encourage diversity and solicit applications from all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, gender, sex, age, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, military and veteran status, gender identity or expression, genetic information, change of sex or transgender status, genetic information or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law.</div><div></div><div><br>
If you would like more information about your EEO rights as an applicant under the law, please click EEO is the LAW and the Supplement poster through the following link: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/migrated_files/employers/poster_screen_reader_optimized.pdf</div><br>
<br>
<b>Location Specific Language</b><div><br>
This position is not available for individuals living or working in New York City.</div><div></div><div><br>
Seyfarth will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles&rsquo; Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.</div><div><br>
</div><div><i>Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for Employment in accordance with the following laws if applicable, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, the Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the California Fair Chance Act.
</i></div><div><i>Seyfarth Shaw believes that conviction records may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship to the following job duties: accessing company property, information, assets, and products; accessing client data or confidential information, and partnering and regularly working with or supervising other Seyfarth employees and interacting with Seyfarth clients.</i></div><div></div><div><br>
The salary range for this role is $101,000 to $108,000 annually, which is based on a 37.5-hour work week. This range is only applicable for jobs to be performed in Los Angeles. This is the lowest to highest salary we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. An employee&rsquo;s pay within the salary range will be based on numerous factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, experience, skills, and business or organizational needs. This job is also eligible for an annual merit increase and bonus pay.</div><div><br>
</div><div>We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, medical/dental/vision insurance, and 401(k).</div><div></div><div><br>
#LI-Hybrid</div><div>
#LI-DNP</div></div></div></div>

Legal Support Assistant - Construction Litigation

The Law Office of Craig J. Concannon

<p><b>Job Overview</b><br/>We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Legal Assistant to join our legal team. The ideal candidate will possess a background in various areas of law, including but not limited to personal injury and criminal law. A legal background is not a requirement; can train someone with experience as an administrative assistant. Experience with legal filings in casenet.com is a plus. This role requires excellent organizational skills, the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, and proficiency in communication skills. As a Legal Assistant, you will provide essential support to the attorney and ensure the smooth operation of our law office. Your primary role will be to answer phone calls.</p><p><b>Responsibilities</b></p><ul><li>Assist attorney with case preparation by doing intakes for personal injury cases and following up on treatment status while handing the case entirely from requesting police reports to getting liability status until negotiations need to take place by the attorney.</li><li>Manage case files and maintain organized records using document management systems.</li><li>Perform document review, proofreading, and legal drafting for various types of legal documents including contracts and pleadings.</li><li>Conduct interviews with clients to gather necessary information for cases.</li><li>Utilize legal research tools such as LexisNexis to support case development.</li><li>Provide executive administrative support including scheduling appointments, managing calendars, and handling correspondence.</li><li>Assist in project management tasks related to ongoing legal matters.</li><li>Maintain confidentiality of sensitive information while demonstrating professionalism in all interactions.</li></ul><p><b>Experience</b></p><ul><li>Previous experience as a Legal Assistant or in a similar role is highly desirable.</li><li>Familiarity with various areas of law including criminal and personal injury law is beneficial.</li><li>Strong writing skills with attention to detail for accurate documentation and transcription tasks.</li><li>Experience in clerical duties including data entry, filing, and maintaining organized office systems.</li><li>Excellent phone etiquette combined with strong interpersonal skills for effective communication with clients and colleagues.</li><li>Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment. We invite qualified candidates who are eager to contribute their skills in a fast-paced legal setting to apply for this exciting opportunity.</li></ul><p>Job Type: Full-time</p><p>Pay: $18.00 - $20.00 per hour</p><p>Application Question(s):</p><ul><li>Can you work full time Monday-Friday 40 hours per week with flexible start and end times?</li></ul><p>Ability to Commute:</p><ul><li>St. Louis, MO 63105 (Required)</li></ul><p>Work Location: In person</p>

Legal Assistant

Harrington Miller

<p><b>Legal Assistant </b></p><p><b>Job description </b></p><p>Medium sized Law Firm is seeking to hire an experienced legal assistant to provide a full range of support for two attorneys, including but not limited to, preparation/revision of correspondence, pleading and documents; e-file pleadings; calendar maintenance various office and client filing responsibilities.</p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>&middot; Provide support for two attorneys and backup support for other attorneys as needed.</p><p>&middot; Prepare/revise correspondence, pleadings, documents and other office assignments as directed.</p><p>&middot; Communications with clients, opposing counsel and court staff.</p><p>&middot; Establish and maintain calendar and deadline reminder systems and adhere to all firm policies and procedures with regard to docketing of deadlines.</p><p>&middot; Maintain calendars, CLE, reports and time records.</p><p>&middot; Book and organize travel arrangements including flights, hotels, transportation, make changes to reservations as needed.</p><p>&middot; Upon direction of an attorney, e-file documents with various courts; maintain court dockets and files and document via appropriate sources.</p><p>Qualifications/Skills required:</p><p>&middot; High school diploma or equivalent.</p><p>&middot; 5 years of relevant experience preferred.</p><p>&middot; Exceptional organizational skills and the ability to prioritize multiple tasks and complete them under time constraints.</p><p>&middot; Excellent proofreading skills in order to review and edit legal correspondence and legal case documents.</p><p>&middot; Ability to change and adapt to current and future responsibilities and circumstances.</p><p>&middot; Punctual with excellent attendance.</p><p>&middot; Strong verbal and written communication skills, as well as excellent proofreading skills.</p><p><b>Legal Assistant </b></p><p>&middot; Ability to timely respond to deadlines, balance workload and take initiative.</p><p>&middot; Proficient with Office Suite, including Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Law firm billing experience is preferred.</p><p>Job Type: Full-time</p><p>Pay: $36,000.00 - $44,000.00 per year</p><p><b>Application questions </b></p><p><b>You have requested that Indeed ask candidates the following questions: </b></p><ul><li>How many years of law firm experience do you have?</li><li>How many years of legal experience do you have?</li><li>How many years of legal assistant experience do you have?</li><li>How many years of litigation experience do you have?</li><li>How many years of paralegal experience do you have?</li></ul><p>Job Type: Full-time</p><p>Pay: $38,000.00 - $45,000.00 per year</p><p>Benefits:</p><ul><li>Dental insurance</li><li>Health insurance</li><li>Paid time off</li></ul><p>Experience:</p><ul><li>Microsoft Office: 1 year (Preferred)</li></ul><p>Work Location: In person</p>

Hispanos Exitosos 

<p><b>Job Overview</b><br/>We are seeking a detail-oriented and highly organized Legal Assistant to join our dynamic immigrat nonprofit . The ideal candidate will provide comprehensive administrative and legal support across various practice areas, including estate planning, environmental law, family law, litigation, and more. This role offers an excellent opportunity to develop legal expertise in diverse fields while supporting attorneys in delivering exceptional client service. The Legal Assistant will be responsible for managing case files, conducting legal research, drafting documents, and ensuring smooth office operations. Strong organizational skills, proficiency with legal software, and effective communication are essential for success in this position.</p><p><b>Responsibilities</b></p><ul><li>Assist attorneys with case management using document management systems such as iManage, PCLaw, and LexisNexis</li><li>Conduct legal research across multiple practice areas including estate planning, environmental law, immigration law, tribal law &amp; regulations, patent law, and securities law</li><li>Draft and proofread legal documents, contracts, pleadings, and correspondence with accuracy and attention to detail</li><li>Manage electronic and physical filing systems to ensure proper document organization and retrieval</li><li>Perform data entry and maintain accurate client records within case management platforms like Westlaw and legal case management software</li><li>Support litigation activities through document review, discovery processes, and trial preparation</li><li>Coordinate meetings, interviews, and appointments; handle phone etiquette professionally</li><li>Provide executive administrative support including scheduling, calendar management, and correspondence handling</li><li>Assist with client communication by preparing reports and summaries as needed</li><li>Ensure compliance with confidentiality standards and legal procedures at all times</li></ul><p><b>Qualifications</b></p><ul><li>Proven experience as a Legal Assistant or Paralegal with familiarity in multiple practice areas such as estate planning, family law, workers' compensation law, personal injury law, landlord-tenant law, or litigation preferred</li><li>Strong research skills utilizing Westlaw, LexisNexis, and other legal research tools</li><li>Proficiency with legal software including iManage, Clio, PCLaw, Document Management Systems, and data entry platforms</li><li>Excellent writing skills with the ability to draft clear legal documents and correspondence</li><li>Exceptional proofreading and transcription abilities to ensure accuracy of all materials</li><li>Solid organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities efficiently</li><li>Experience in legal administrative tasks such as filing, document review, and case management systems</li><li>Effective communication skills coupled with professional phone etiquette</li><li>Ability to work independently as well as part of a team in a fast-paced environment</li><li>Prior experience supporting attorneys in complex legal environments is highly desirable</li></ul><p>This position offers an engaging work environment where you can grow your legal career while supporting a dedicated team of professionals. We value meticulous attention to detail combined with proactive organizational skills to ensure the highest level of service for our clients.</p><p>Job Type: Full-time</p><p>Pay: $22.87 - $27.54 per hour</p><p>Benefits:</p><ul><li>Health insurance</li></ul><p>Work Location: In person</p>

Morgan & Morgan

<div><div><p>At Morgan &amp; Morgan, the work we do matters. For millions of Americans, we're their last line of defense against insurance companies, large corporations or defective goods. From attorneys in all 50 states, to client support staff, creative marketing to operations teams, every member of our firm has a key role to play in the winning fight for consumer rights. Our over 6,000 employees are all united by one mission: For the People.</p></div><p><b>
Summary</b></p>
<p>
We are seeking a qualified Litigation Assistant to join our team. As a Litigation Assistant, you will be responsible for managing the law firm's day-to-day operations, including carrying out administrative services and supporting the legal team. This position's ideal candidate has a strong work ethic, exceptional problem-solving skills, and comfortable working in a fast-paced dynamic workplace.</p>
<p><b>
Responsibilities</b></p>
<ul>
<li>Perform administrative duties (scheduling calendar hearings and deadlines, organize case files, manage logistics)</li>
<li>Maintain pleadings and discovery indexes</li>
<li>Organize exhibits, documents, evidence, briefs, and appendices</li>
<li>Implement and improve upon administrative processes for more efficient workflow.</li>
<li>Collect, examine, and organize evidence and other legal documents for attorney review and case preparation</li>
<li>Draft and proofread correspondence and legal documents, such as pleadings and contracts</li>
<li>Research regulations, laws, and legal articles to assist with the preparation of reports, case files, and legal advice</li>
<li>Manage client billing by preparing, finalizing, and sending out bills, as well as resolving billing issues in cooperation with the billing attorney</li>
<li>Communicate with clients and witnesses to schedule meetings, interviews, and depositions</li>
<li>Manage, organize, and maintain documents in paper or electronic filing systems</li>
<li>Performs other related duties as assigned to meet the needs of the business</li>
</ul>
<p><b>Qualification</b></p>
<ul>
<li>High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required</li>
<li>Associates degree in paralegal studies, a paralegal certificate, or a bachelor's degree is preferred</li>
<li>Bilingual English and Spanish (preferred)</li>
<li>At least 2 years of experience as an administrative assistant (preferably in a law firm or in a corporate legal department), legal assistant, legal secretary, or paralegal</li>
<li>Experience in Personal Injury, WC, Premises, or other injury related practice areas. (preferred)</li>
<li>Must possess the ability to multi-task, prioritize, handle a fast-paced environment, and manage workload with a great attitude and minimal supervision</li>
<li>Great written and communication skills, be proficient in calendar depositions, mediation, and hearings</li>
<li>Applicable knowledge of motions, discovery, evidence, litigation documentation, court rules, and procedures, practices, etc.</li>
<li>Highly organized with the ability to juggle multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment</li>
<li>Strong writing and communication skills along with attention to detail</li>
<li>Extensive computer and database expertise, Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and type no less than 35 wpm</li>
<li><b>Remote and/or hybrid not eligible</b></li>
</ul>
<p>#LI-KL1</p><div><p><b>
Benefits</b></p>
<p>
Morgan &amp; Morgan is a leading personal injury law firm dedicated to protecting the people, not the powerful. This success starts with our staff. For full-time employees, we offer an excellent benefits package including medical and dental insurance, 401(k) plan, paid time off and paid holidays.</p>
<p><b>
Equal Opportunity Statement</b></p>
<p>
Morgan &amp; Morgan provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.</p>
<p><b>
E-Verify</b></p>
<p>
This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. If E-Verify cannot confirm that you are authorized to work, this employer is required to give you written instructions and an opportunity to contact Department of Homeland Security (DHS) or Social Security Administration (SSA) so you can begin to resolve the issue before the employer can take any action against you, including terminating your employment. Employers can only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the I-9 Form.
</p><p><b>Privacy Policy</b></p>
<p>
Here is a link to Morgan &amp; Morgan's privacy policy.</p></div></div>

Litigation Assistant

Search 10000+ Legal support assistant jobs near you this March. New roles added regularly across leading industries. Apply today.

10000 legal support assistant jobs Near Me

Legal Support Assistant

Legal Support Assistant - Construction Litigation

Legal Assistant

Legal Assistant

Legal Assistant

Litigation Assistant

Litigation Assistant