Legal Assistant - Corporate

About the role

Cullen and Dykman LLP is a full-service law firm founded in 1850. The Firm is dedicated to excellence, collaboration, and professional growth, expanding its capabilities across various practice areas. The Albany office seeks a full-time Legal Assistant to join the Corporate Practice Group.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative and organizational support to multiple attorneys within the energy, corporate, and labor and employment practice areas.
• Prepare, edit, and file pleadings, motions, affidavits, answers, discovery documents, and other legal correspondence related to State and Federal Court filings and administrative regulation matters.
• Maintain and manage calendars, including filing deadlines and scheduling matters.
• Communicate professionally with clients, courts, internal staff, and external parties.
• Maintain and organize electronic and physical files, schedules, and matter-related information.
• Manage incoming and outgoing communications, including mail, emails, calls, and case-related materials.
• Assist attorneys and staff with day-to-day tasks, ensuring timely and accurate completion of assignments.
• Prioritize multiple tasks and work independently with minimal supervision.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• 2+ years of relevant experience, preferably in a law firm setting.
• Experience with New York State Public Service Commission and/or State and Federal Court filing procedures and rules, though not required.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• High proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and related software.
• High proficiency with Adobe software and document management.
• Exceptional organizational skills and strong attention to detail.
• Ability to prioritize, work independently, and manage competing deadlines.
• Professional judgment, problem-solving ability, and strong decision-making skills.
• Proactiveness, resourcefulness, and a strong work ethic.
• Ability to communicate professionally with internal and external clients.

Qualifications

• Four-year college degree preferred, but not required.
• Ability to work overtime, as necessary.

Benefits

We offer a competitive salary, an excellent benefits package, and a collaborative, friendly work environment. Salary range: $55,000 – $65,000. Actual salary will be commensurate with the candidate's qualifications and relevant experience.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Cullen and Dykman LLP provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants and prohibits discrimination or harassment based on any protected characteristic, including race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, compensation, and training.

Contact Information

For more information about Cullen and Dykman LLP, please visit www.cullenllp.com. Interested candidates are encouraged to submit their resume and cover letter for consideration.