Senior Legal Secretary

A prominent national law firm, recognized for its exceptional service across major U.S. markets, seeks an experienced Senior Legal Secretary to play an important role in collaboratively supporting a team of successful attorney's.

This individual will deliver assistance to attorneys while working in collaboration with a team of legal secretary's tackling a variety of legal projects. Strong understanding of legal office operations, a keen eye for detail, and the capacity to manage projects and tasks to completion.

Responsibilities:

• Draft and prepare legal correspondence and documents, with a primary focus on court forms and pleadings directly related to Corporate Law
  - Bankruptcy, Commercial Litigation, Mergers and Acquisitions, and Private Equity.
• Actively support legal caseloads, ensuring deadlines are met and documents are organized for efficient case progression.
• Prepare and organize intricate legal documents related to corporate transactions and litigation, utilizing iManage, Worldox, Net Documents, or similar DMS (document management system).
• Manage billing pre-bills and timekeeping, ensuring accuracy and adherence to firm standards within corporate law matters.
• Coordinate travel arrangements and manage expense reports, as needed.
• Assist in the generation of client conflict checks and the opening of new matters, with a focus on potential conflicts within corporate transactions.

Requirements:

• 3+ years of experience as a Legal Secretary, specifically within a large law firm, with demonstrable experience in Corporate Law- including Bankruptcy, Commercial Litigation, Mergers and Acquisitions, and Private Equity.
• Proven expertise in drafting and managing complex legal documents within the corporate law sphere.
• Experience with iManage, Worldox, Net Documents, or similar DMS (document management system).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and e-signature software, such as Docu Sign, Adobe Sign, or Sign Now.
• In-depth understanding of corporate legal terminology, procedures, and regulations.
• Bachelor's degree required.

Hybrid role - 3 days onsite in Manhattan. Full suite of a fiscally competitive medical, dental, vision plan.

Serious applicants only.