Executive Legal Assistant

We are seeking a current evening law school student to join our Executive Office as a Legal Assistant.

Responsibilities

• Conduct legal research and prepare memoranda on relevant case and statutory law
• Assist with preparing presentations
• Identify news stories related to trends in narcotics prosecution and treatment
• Perform administrative tasks such as scheduling and setting up meetings, answering calls, scanning, photocopying, and other duties as required
• Assist with preparation of reports and public testimony (e.g., research, writing, and graphic design)
• Assist with development of prevention campaigns and public service announcements
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned

Requirements

• Strong writing and proofreading skills
• Intermediate Excel skills (e.g., pivot tables, chart creation, filtering)
• Some familiarity with Microsoft Outlook, PowerPoint, Adobe Creative Cloud, DropBox, and other presentation software preferred
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to multitask and work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
• Preference will be given to applicants who can commit to working two years
• Authorization to work in the United States is required

Qualifications

• Current evening law student with a bachelor’s degree required
• Some legal office work experience preferred

Schedule

Hours for this position will be from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM with flexibility.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, 401K, and union benefits

As a current or prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. Review eligibility and application details at nyc.gov/studentloans.