Legal Secretary/Paralegal for Corporate, Real Estate and Commercial Litigation

Prestigious Woodbury-based law firm seeking a dedicated professional to join our team as a litigation secretary and paralegal. We run a dynamic, fast-paced, passionate practice. Litigation experience is required; commercial litigation is preferred. Knowledge of civil practice and court procedures regarding preparation, filing, and service of pleadings, motions, discovery, and court filing/calendaring. Familiarity with NYSCEF preferred. We are looking for motivated people interested in working in a supportive environment. Be part of our fantastic team of professional women! Beautiful new office, competitive salaries, generous benefits. Room to grow!

We provide high-end legal services, and we are looking for a paralegal/legal assistant ready to excel in our fast-paced environment. Experience is highly preferred; a team player wanting and willing to learn and grow is a must.

Requirements for this position include:

• Team player, friendly and collegial.
• Excellent communication skills (with lawyers, staff, and clients)
• Strong writing and proofreading abilities.
• Capable of multitasking and highly organized.
• Detail-oriented with thorough follow-up skills and a proactive approach.
• Comfortable with MS Office Suite, Westlaw, Leap (training provided), time entry and general computer skills.
• File management and data entry; and
• Ability to assist in paper and electronic filings (training provided).

Responsibilities include (depending on Family/Matrimonial or Corporate/Commercial work):

• Drafting letters and legal documents.
• Drafting pleadings and discovery demands.
• Drafting/editing corporate or real estate documents and forms.
• Assembling motions, exhibits, discovery responses, etc.
• Maintaining organized client and office files; and
• Handling phone calls from clients and attorneys.

As a firm, we are serious and sophisticated lawyers who work hard but appreciate a healthy work-life balance. We see nothing wrong with getting great results for our clients while also enjoying our time at the office whenever possible in a friendly, supportive environment. We want to hear from you if you are great at what you do, have a passion for learning, and excel in such office settings!

We also provide top-of-the-range salaries (commensurate with experience). If interested, please submit your resume with a cover letter (including salary request) in PDF or Word format to gina@ssynlaw.com.