Legal Assistant OOJ - 34930

Legal AssistantAs a Legal Assistant, you will provide administrative and clerical support to lawyers and legal professionals, managing files, preparing documents, and assisting with legal research and trial preparation.Pay Rate: $ Assist the firm's lawyers with day-to-day tasks, as well as performing administrative duties, filing, interacting with clients, etc.Drafting correspondence, litigation pleadings and court filingsParticipate in Will signings and assist in estate plan document draftingHandle attorneys' calls, greet clients, and manage front desk operationsSupport office tasks like copying, proofreading and mail sorting; maintain physical and electronic filing systemsCoordinate office supplies, manage inventory and maintain organizationAssist in marketing efforts, including managing LinkedIn posts, preparing, and sending email blasts, managing updates to the firm's website, preparing newsletters, and designing event flyersQualificationsAble to work independently and should have excellent communication, organizational and writing skills drafting and proofreading legal documents, as well as, estate planning documents, along with any/all correspondences.Organizing, and maintaining files and assisting with marketing activities.Prior litigation and e-filing experience and be proficient in Microsoft Office.Knowledge of LinkedIn and Constant Contact is a plus.2-3 years previous legal assistant experience, litigation and e-FilingProficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and Adobe AcrobatStrong organizational skills and attention to detailAbility to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectivelyExcellent written and verbal communication skillsMarketing and LinkedIn/Constant Contact knowledge is an assetOur client is a boutique Law Firm located in Melville, New York focusing in the areas of Business, Corporate & Real Estate Law, Commercial Litigation, Trusts & Estates and Employment Law