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Legal Secretary

Burnett Specialists • New York, NY, US
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Legal Secretary

We are seeking an experienced legal secretary to provide high-level administrative and litigation support to a team of trial attorneys in New York City handling complex, high-stakes commercial cases. This role is ideal for a legal professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment, manages multiple priorities with ease, and is passionate about supporting top-tier litigation teams.

Location : New York, NY 10001

Industry : High-stakes commercial litigation

Position : Legal Secretary

Salary Range : $85,000$102,000 (depending on experience)

Schedule : Full-time, MondayFriday, 37.5 hours per week

Hybrid : After a 90-day onsite probationary period, schedule will transition to 4 days in office / 1 day remote

Benefits :

  • Annual reviews and discretionary bonuses.
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, life, and disability insurance.
  • 401(k) and profit-sharing plans.
  • Paid holidays, parental leave, and other paid employee leave programs.
  • Transportation or parking allowance.

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide advanced administrative support to multiple attorneys, including drafting, editing, and formatting legal documents and correspondence.
  • Prepare and e-file pleadings and other legal documents in state and federal courts (including ECF).
  • Manage and organize client files, both electronic and hard copy, ensuring accuracy and accessibility.
  • Maintain attorney calendars, schedule court appearances, hearings, and meetings, and track critical deadlines.
  • Review and finalize documents for proper grammar, formatting, and court compliance.
  • Assist with timekeeping, billing, and preparation of final client invoices.
  • Coordinate attorney travel, including flights, accommodations, and transportation.
  • Provide back-up support to other secretaries and administrative staff when needed.
  • Perform additional clerical duties such as filing, maintaining office supplies, and handling expense reimbursements.
  • Qualifications

  • Minimum of 3 years of experience as a legal secretary supporting multiple attorneys.
  • At least 3 years of commercial litigation experience, preferably within a large Am Law 100 firm.
  • Strong knowledge of ECF filing, docketing, calendaring, and litigation procedures.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft 365 and legal document management systems.
  • Demonstrated career stability, with at least three years of tenure in previous roles.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to interact professionally with attorneys, clients, and staff.
  • Highly organized, detail-oriented, proactive, and able to thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
  • Willingness to work overtime and travel as needed for trials, hearings, or arbitration.
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