Job Description
Position : Executive Assistant (Family / Matrimonial Law)
Location : Brooklyn, NY
Type : Full Time
Salary : 60k to 75k / PA
Overview
A well-established New York law firm is seeking a polished and proactive Executive Assistant to support the Executive Partner of its Family Law / Matrimonial practice. This role is ideal for a legal administrative professional with experience in high-profile environments, capable of balancing discretion, organization, and client service.
Responsibilities
- Manage complex attorney calendars in Outlook, including court dates, client meetings, and internal appointments.
- Provide high-level administrative support : schedule calls, manage files (electronic and paper), and oversee copying, scanning, and document management.
- Assist in drafting, formatting, and proofreading legal documents, pleadings, discovery, subpoenas, and correspondence.
- Coordinate filing and service of litigation materials.
- Prepare professional correspondence and email communications on behalf of the attorney.
- Support administrative processes such as conflict checks, client matter openings, and approvals.
- Serve as the point of contact for clients and external stakeholders, ensuring professional communication.
- Handle ad hoc projects and tasks with discretion and efficiency.
Qualifications
Minimum 3 years of experience in a law firm environment (family / matrimonial law experience strongly preferred).Bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional experience.Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).Highly organized, detail-oriented, and proactive, with the ability to anticipate attorney needs.Strong interpersonal and communication skills; polished, professional demeanor suitable for working with high-profile clients.Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.Background in hospitality or high-touch client service considered a plus if combined with law firm administrative experience.