Legal Assistant

Because a great law firm begins with great people.
 

At Rivkin Radler, we are always looking for professionals who share our passion for the law and commitment to total client satisfaction. Rivkin Radler has approximately 235 lawyers, with offices in Albany, N.Y.; Hackensack, N.J.; Jacksonville, F.L.; New York City; Poughkeepsie, N.Y.; and Uniondale, N.Y.  The firm actively encourages equal opportunity and diversity, through mentoring, training, professional development, and public service programs.

The firm offers competitive salaries in addition to a comprehensive benefits plan which includes medical and dental insurance, group term life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment insurance, long-term disability insurance, optional term life insurance, flexible spending accounts, Aflac, 401(k), paid time off, referral bonuses and paid holidays.

Rivkin Radler LLP is seeking a full time experienced Legal Assistant for our NYC office. Candidate must have Litigation experience.

Applicants must be able to type 55+ wpm and have excellent spelling, grammar and organizational skills, as well as the ability to multi-task and work both independently and as a team member. Candidate will provide attorneys with administrative support and help to ensure smooth running of the office.

Some responsibilities include:

• Assist attorneys with client communication, revising legal documents including motions, pleadings, straight typing, edits and answering phones
• Must be proficient in MS Word
• Enter attorney time using iTimekeep
• Submit expense and reimbursement reports using Chrome River
• Manage and prioritize incoming email and correspondence
• Proofread work for accuracy
• Ability to function effectively in stressful situations; exhibit professional maturity
• Uphold a professional demeanor at all times. Demonstrate an attitude of cooperation with legal staff, peers and administrators.

Hybrid Hours:

Monday-Friday, 9:00am – 5:00pm 

Minimum 3 days a week in office

2 days a week remotely

Congenial, fast paced environment, competitive salary. EOE.

The annualized salary range for this position is $65-$75k. Actual pay will be adjusted based on experience and other job-related factors permitted by law.