Legal Assistant

1. About Our Client:The organization operates a law office specializing in litigation, providing legal services and support within New York City. It addresses the complexity of legal cases by offering thorough assistance to attorneys through document preparation, case management, and adherence to court procedures across state, federal, and appellate jurisdictions. 2. About the Opportunity:The Legal Assistant role supports a team of attorneys by managing case-related tasks and preparing legal documents essential to litigation processes. This position plays a critical role in ensuring the accuracy and timeliness of filings, maintaining case files, and facilitating smooth legal operations, contributing directly to the effective handling of complex legal matters. This is a full-time, remote position. 3. Responsibilities:• Provide litigation support to multiple attorneys managing complex caseloads• Prepare, revise, proofread, and format legal pleadings, motions, briefs, discovery, and correspondence following court rules• Prepare court filings for state, federal, and appellate courts, including electronic and traditional methods• Coordinate travel arrangements and manage expense reimbursements• Assist with discovery and trial support activities, including document production and exhibit preparation• Maintain filing systems and databases to ensure efficient data retrieval• Monitor litigation calendars including deadlines, hearings, depositions, and trial dates• Perform other assigned duties 4. Requirements:• Bachelor''s Degree, Paralegal Certificate, or equivalent experience• Minimum 3 years of experience as a legal assistant or related role in litigation• Familiarity with legal procedures and protocols• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Adobe Acrobat, NYSCEF, Pacer, and ECF Filing Systems• Prior remote work experience• Strong organizational, multitasking, and communication skills• Ability to work independently and as part of a team• Understanding of client confidentiality rules• Previous experience with iManage preferred but not required 5. Pay Range and Compensation Package:• Salary range: $61,000 to $115,000 6. Benefits & Perks:• Health Care Plan including Medical, Dental, and Vision• 401(k) Retirement Plan• Paid maternity and paternity leave• Short-term and long-term disability insurance• Paid time off including vacation, sick leave, and company holidays• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary, and AD&D)• Training and development opportunities• Wellness resources• Commuter benefits Equal Opportunity Statement: Our client is an equal opportunity employer. They celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, or national origin. Note:RemoteHunter is not the Employer of Record (EOR) for this role. Our purpose in this opportunity is to connect exceptional candidates with leading employers. We help job seekers worldwide discover roles that match their goals and guide them to complete their full application directly through the hiring company’s career page or ATS.