Legal Assistant Job New York New York USA,Law/Legal

Location: New York

Our client is a leading law firm with offices across the country. They are seeking a Legal Assistant to join their Bankruptcy practice. The position is hybrid and based 3 out of 5 days per week at their office in Midtown, Manhattan
. Experience in bankruptcy law is mandatory
.

Job Details

General secretarial duties such as answering the telephone, taking messages, using office equipment, processing mail, etc.

Heavy calendar management

Travel Management (booking flights, accommodations, ground transportation, itineraries, etc.)

Draft complex correspondence and documents

Manage emails as permitted by attorney

High level of involvement with attorney billing

Create marketing materials as needed

Anticipate needs of attorneys

Participate in firm training opportunities

Assist and advise junior peers in handling emergency or urgent calls and assignments

Perform other duties as required

Skills and Qualifications

8+ years’ Senior Legal Secretary experience in a large/mid-size law firm

1-2 years’ experience in Bankruptcy practice group

Strong computer skills (typing 55 wpm, Microsoft Office Suite, docketing software, CRM, etc.)

Outstanding customer/client service skills

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Ability to handle sensitive information and stressful situations

Exceptional time management, attention to detail, and accuracy

Knowledge of legal terminology, syntax, formatting, and content

Ability to collaborate and work independently

Salary Range: $90,000 – 110,000 annually, based on experience.

Gainor provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender (including gender identity and expression), age, national origin, immigration status, marital or familial status, citizenship status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, genetic information, reproductive health decision making, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic or status protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

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