Job Description

Kaufman Dolowich, a national, full-service law firm with more than 250 attorneys across 16 offices and over 25 practice areas, is seeking an experienced Receptionist/Legal Assistant to join our New York City office.

This position will work closely with attorneys throughout all phases of litigation, including discovery, case preparation, legal research, document management, and trial and arbitration preparation. The ideal candidate is a highly organized, detail-oriented self-starter who thrives in a fast-paced environment and takes pride in providing exceptional support to attorneys and clients.

Our Legal Support Department is comprised of skilled and motivated professionals who work collaboratively to provide high-quality support across the Firm.

Responsibilities

• Support attorneys through all phases of litigation, from case inception through resolution.
• Prepare, revise, proofread, and e-file pleadings, motions, discovery requests and responses, correspondence, and other legal documents.
• Maintain and organize electronic case files and documents utilizing the Firm's document management systems.
• Coordinate attorney calendars, court appearances, depositions, mediations, hearings, client meetings, and travel arrangements.
• Communicate professionally with clients, courts, opposing counsel, experts, and vendors.
• Assist with the preparation of exhibits, witness files, deposition materials, and trial binders.
• Process attorney expense reports and assist with billing activities as needed.
• Support attorneys in managing workloads and maintaining accurate case information.
• Handle confidential information with professionalism and discretion.
• Perform other administrative and litigation support duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2+ years of litigation legal assistant experience
• Experience supporting multiple attorneys in a busy litigation practice.
• Knowledge of New York state and federal court filing procedures.
• Strong understanding of litigation terminology, procedures, and document preparation.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to prioritize competing deadlines.
• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Experience with document management and legal practice technologies preferred.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team-oriented environment.

Base Salary Range: $60,000 – $70,000 

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.