Overview
Legal Secretary/Temp – Hybrid/NYC Jobs in North Bergen, New Jersey, USA at ZipRecruiter
Position: Legal Secretary (Temp – Hybrid/NYC).821
Job Description
The Opportunity:
A global insurance defense firm located in lower Manhattan seeks an experienced Legal Secretary on a long-term, temporary basis. The schedule is hybrid (three days in the office, two days remote). The hourly rate is $25 – $30, plus benefits.
Primary Duties
The Legal Secretary will possess strong organizational skills and a solid understanding of legal procedures, particularly in the context of litigation and insurance defense. The Legal Secretary will handle file/data management, case lists, calendars, e-filings, motion practice, exhibits, discovery, and budgets. Additional duties include:
Provide secretarial and administrative support to attorneys and staff
Handle file and data management, including organizing and maintaining legal records
Assist with motion practice, exhibits, discovery, and legal budgets
Draft, redline, and prepare legal documents, including discovery pleadings
Manage and respond to emails on behalf of multiple attorneys
Manage and prioritize a high volume of emails and correspondence
E-file federal and state motions (experience with NY courts required, NJ experience a plus)
Maintain calendars and schedules for attorneys and staff
Handle client reception, phone inquiries, and communication
Sort and distribute incoming mail and packages
Order and manage office supplies and inventory
Prepare and coordinate legal correspondence and reports
Perform other administrative tasks as needed to support the team
Requirements
2-5 years of legal secretarial or administrative support experience in a defense law firm or corporate legal department
Strong typing skills, both fast and accurate
Prior knowledge and exposure to litigation procedures and processes
Experience with insurance subrogation is highly desirable
Prior e-filing experience for federal and state motions (NY courts experience is required, NJ is a plus)
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint)
Experience with legal management programs such as iManage and billing software
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail
Strong time-management and prioritization abilities
Professional and courteous demeanor with strong client service skills
Ability to work independently and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
The Partnership – Benefits
ABA-MEC Medical Benefit
PEP 401k Paid
Time Off
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Working Advantage (discounts)
Financial Wellness Program (Fin Fit)
Frink-Hamlett Legal Solutions is an equal employment opportunity employer and all applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination based on race, color, creed, marital status, or citizenship status.
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Title: Legal Secretary/Temp – Hybrid/NYC
Company: ZipRecruiter
Location: North Bergen, New Jersey, USA
Category: Law/Legal (Legal Secretary), Administrative/Clerical (Legal Secretary)
