Legal Secretary (Temp - Hybrid / NYC).821

Job Description

Job Description

The Opportunity :

A global insurance defense firm located in lower Manhattan seeks an experienced Legal Secretary on a long-term, temporary basis. The schedule is hybrid (three days in the office, two days remote). The hourly rate is up to $35, plus benefits.

Primary Duties :

The Legal Secretary will possess strong organizational skills and a solid understanding of legal procedures, particularly in the context of litigation and insurance defense. The Legal Secretary will handle file / data management, case lists, calendars, e-filings, motion practice, exhibits, discovery, and budgets. Additional duties include :

• Provide secretarial and administrative support to attorneys and staff
• Handle file and data management, including organizing and maintaining legal records
• Assist with motion practice, exhibits, discovery, and legal budgets
• Draft, redline, and prepare legal documents, including discovery pleadings.
• Manage and respond to emails on behalf of multiple attorneys.
• Manage and prioritize a high volume of emails and correspondence.
• E-file federal and state motions (experience with NY courts required, NJ experience a plus).
• Maintain calendars and schedules for attorneys and staff.
• Handle client reception, phone inquiries, and communication.
• Sort and distribute incoming mail and packages.
• Order and manage office supplies and inventory.
• Prepare and coordinate legal correspondence and reports.
• Perform other administrative tasks as needed to support the team.

Requirements :

The Partnership – Benefits :

Frink-Hamlett Legal Solutions is an equal employment opportunity employer and all applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination based on race, color, creed, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation or citizenship status.