Legal Assistant

Legal Assistant – Westchester

The Westchester office of Kaufman Dolowich is a full-service National Law firm with more than 250 attorneys across 16 offices and over 25 practice areas. We are actively seeking a Legal Assistant to work directly with our attorneys to prepare for upcoming cases and get involved in fact-finding projects.

Our Legal Support Department is comprised of highly skilled and motivated individuals, who are seeking a dynamic self-starter to join our growing team!

Responsibilities

· Assist with complex document production, drafting pleadings, discovery and correspondence (including Bates Stamping)

· Create Table of Contents and Table of Authorities

· Prepare court filings and file with various courts (traditional and e-filings)

· Communicate with court staff regarding various issues

· Handle outgoing and incoming mail/FedEx for assigned attorneys

· Maintain calendars for assigned attorneys

· Prepare Trial Memorandum and calendar all appearances/deadlines

· Schedule Depositions, Mediations, as well as handling all calendaring for assigned attorneys

· Scan and uploads documents to the document management system and creates templates for new files

· Answer telephones taking detailed messages. At request of attorneys, provide follow-up and interact with clients, outside counsel and others

· Other duties, as needed, to support the firm and office operations

Qualifications

• 2+ years of litigation experience
• Exceptional writing, communication, and organization skills
• Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality
• Ability to prioritize workload and meet deadlines
• Ability to analyze legal documents and ensure accuracy and knowledge of legal terminology

Why Join Kaufman Dolowich?

• Successful candidates will have access to exceptional career development opportunities and a competitive total rewards package, including the potential to earn performance-based bonuses
• Team-first culture with open communication and support
• Comprehensive benefits offerings
• Uncapped professional development opportunities
• Dynamic, team-oriented, on-site working environment with open communication and support

Hourly Range: $25 – $31 per hour

Please note that the stated salary range is an estimate and does not guarantee a specific offer. Actual compensation will be determined based on market location, as well as the candidate’s experience, skills, and job-related qualifications. Base salary represents just one component of the comprehensive Total Rewards package offered by Kaufman Dolowich, which also includes a discretionary bonus program and a robust benefits offering for full-time employees.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment at Kaufman Dolowich without regard to race; creed; color; religion; national origin; sex; age; disability; sexual orientation; gender identity or expression; genetic predisposition or carrier status; veteran, marital, or citizenship status; or any other status protected by law. Kaufman Dolowich is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.