Legal Secretary - Litigation
$49,200 - $60,450/Yr
Hodgson Russ Llp - Buffalo, NY
posted about 2 months ago
Full-time - Entry Level
Buffalo, NY
101-250 employees
Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
About the position
The Litigation Legal Secretary at Hodgson Russ LLP is responsible for providing high-quality administrative and secretarial support within the busy Litigation group. This role requires a detail-oriented and resourceful individual who can manage a varied workload while adhering to firm policies and procedures. The position involves collaboration with attorneys, paralegals, and other staff to effectively service clients, necessitating strong communication and organizational skills.
Responsibilities
- Provide administrative and secretarial support to attorneys and paralegals in the Litigation group.
- Manage and organize litigation documents and ensure timely e-filing in federal and state courts.
- Demonstrate discretion and attention to detail in all tasks and communications.
- Assist in meeting deadlines and maintaining a high level of organization within the team.
- Communicate effectively with clients and staff, both verbally and in writing.
Requirements
- Associate's degree in business administration or a related field.
- Minimum of three years of experience as a secretary or administrative assistant.
- Familiarity with litigation documents and procedures.
- Experience with e-filing in federal and state courts.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Nice-to-haves
- Experience in a law firm environment.
- Proficiency in legal software and document management systems.
Benefits
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Life insurance
- Long-term disability insurance
- Flexible spending account
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Pension plan
