Legal Secretary - New York, United States - The Forum Group

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    A nationwide law firm is seeking a Legal Secretary for their Manhattan, NY office.

    Ideal candidates should have:

    • 3+ years of Commercial Litigation experience
    • E-Filing experience in NY Courts
    • Experience in docket calendaring and litigation procedures
    • Experience in handling trial preparations
    • Experience in Federal Courts is a Plus
    • Able to support several attorneys
    • Drafting correspondences, pleadings and discovery
    • Entering billable time for attorneys
    • Handling travel arrangements and expense reimbursements
    • Administrative duties including scanning, copying and faxing

    Software skills:

    • Microsoft Office Suites (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook)
    • iManage or a similar document management software
    • Chrome River

    Skills:

    • Strong communication and organizational skills
    • Self-starter
    • Detail oriented
    • Energetic
    • Team player
    • Flexible

    Work schedule:

    • Able to work every day in the office
    • Able to work overtime if needed
    • Able to travel to attend trials

    The firm offers:

    • Excellent Benefits
    • Competitive Salary