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Legal Assistant (On-Site)

Kaufman Dolowich, LLP

📍 White Plains, NY·Posted 9d ago

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💰 ~$52k–$64k/yrFull-TimeYear-End Bonus

Overview:

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

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