We are conducting a search for an experienced Commercial Litigation Secretary for a top-rated law firm to be based in the New York office.
What You'll Do:
Perform daily administrative tasks;
Answering, screening telephone calls and taking messages for attorneys;
Editing and revising documents;
Assist with document conversion and clean up documents; create and revise legaldocuments adhering to Firm styles and guidelines;
Court filings through the E-filing system for both Federal Court and State Court;
Create and edit Tables of Authorities and Tables of Contents;
Enter and edit attorney time entries;
Fill out expense reports;
Filing documents in case files;
Preparing outgoing mail and sorting incoming mail;
Perform day to day duties of department secretary;
May be assigned coverage of a particular secretarial absence.
What You'll Bring:
Min 10 years litigation experience;
Minimum HS diploma;
Strong secretarial organizational skills;
Extraordinary attention to detail;
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills;
Ability to work independently and complete a high volume of work in a timely manner;
Ability to multitask and prioritize assignments while consistently delivering quality work product to both attorneys and clients;
Proven experience performing under pressure in a fast paced environment, both individually and within a team setting;
Flexibility to occasionally arrive early or stay late as necessary;
Proficiency with Microsoft Office 365, Manage Document Management System, Kofax, Best Authority, Aderant, Litera Compare, Big Hand Dictation System and Compulaw;
Positive attitude, ability to interact well with all support staff, professional staff and clients;
Holds a current Notary Public commission or will acquire a Notary within the first 6 months of employment;