Legal Assistant –Syracuse Litigation
Hancock Estabrook LLP is actively seeking a full-time Legal Assistant to support its growing litigation team in downtown Syracuse.
Responsibilities
Responsibilities include greeting clients and visitors in a professional manner both in person and over the phone, supporting day-to-day operations of the department including processing invoices and check requests, scheduling appointments, meetings, and dispositions, accurately maintain multiple attorney calendars, organizing and filing of legal documents, making attorney travel arrangements, and drafting cover letters and other short correspondence.
Qualifications
Qualified candidates will have a minimum of 3-4 years of administrative experience in a legal environment, prior experience in the Litigation practice area is highly preferred. Must be an extremely organized, tech-savvy individual with an eye for detail and capable of maintaining strict confidentiality. Knowledge of office equipment operation and proficiency in Microsoft Office 365 is required. Prior experience with document management and e-filing platforms is desirable and transactional experience is a plus.
Benefits
Hancock Estabrook offers a competitive salary and benefits package including medical, dental and vision coverage; a 401(k) and profit-sharing retirement plan; paid holidays, vacation, and sick time; 35-hour work week; group-term life insurance; and 529 New York’s College Savings Program. Training and professional development opportunities are provided along with the opportunity to work with a diverse client base within an environment of teamwork and collaboration.
Salary: $20.00 – $25.00 /hour
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Interested candidates are encouraged to submit a resume and cover letter in confidence to:
Hancock Estabrook, LLP is an Equal Opportunity Employer. EEO M/F/V/H
