Legal Assistant (3+)
At a glance
Junior role at O'Hagan Meyer. Remote, United States · full-time · $61,000–$115,000 base.
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What you'll do
- Prepare and check pleadings, motions, briefs, discovery materials and correspondence against court rules
- File documents in state, federal and appellate courts, using electronic or traditional processes
- Keep litigation calendars current with deadlines, hearings, depositions and trial dates
- Support several attorneys with complex caseloads, discovery, trial exhibits and case-file systems
- Arrange travel and track expenses, while helping with document production, scanning and binder preparation
What you bring
- At least three years as a litigation legal assistant, legal secretary or in a related role
- You need experience filing in New York courts
- A bachelor’s degree, paralegal certificate or equivalent experience is required
- You bring working knowledge of legal procedures, confidentiality and Microsoft Office, Adobe Acrobat, NYSCEF or another listed filing system
Who this fits
This full-time remote role suits someone who can manage detailed litigation work independently while supporting multiple attorneys and collaborating with a team. The position is based with the New York City office and requires New York court filing experience.
From the employer
O’Hagan Meyer is looking for an organized and professional litigation Legal Assistant to join our New York City law office. This individual will provide vital assistance to a team of attorneys by handling case-related tasks, preparing a variety of legal documentation, and managing case files. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, proficient in legal terminology, and understands the electronic filing procedures in State and Federal Courts. This will be full-time, remote position.
Responsibilities
- Provide comprehensive litigation support to multiple attorneys, managing heavy and complex caseloads
- Prepare, revise, proofread, and format pleadings, motions, briefs, discovery, and correspondence in compliance with applicable court rules
- Prepare court filings for state, federal and appellate courts, including electronic and traditional filings
- Coordinate travel arrangements. Prepare, submit, and track travel and expense reimbursements
- Assist with discovery and trial support, including document production, exhibit preparation, and court filings. Support scanning, photocopying, and binder preparation as needed
- Create and maintain filing systems and databases in compliance with office policies to ensure accurate and efficient data retrieval
- Maintain and monitor litigation calendars, including deadlines, hearings, depositions, and trial dates
- Perform other duties as assigned
O’Hagan Meyer is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
O'Hagan Meyer participates in E-Verify.
Salary: $61,000 to $115,000
Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree, Paralegal Certificate or equivalent experience
- 3+ years of prior work experience as a legal assistant, legal secretary, or related role in litigation.
- Must have New York courts filing experience
- Familiarity with law, legal procedures, and protocols
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite, Adobe Acrobat, NYSCEF, Pacer and ECF Filing Systems
- Previous iManage experience preferred but not required
- Prior remote work
- Exceptional organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to multitask
- Strong written and oral communication skills
- Ability to work independently but also as part of a team
- Strong understanding of client confidentiality rules
Benefits
- Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental, & Vision)
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
- Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary, & AD&D)
- Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick Leave, & Company Holidays)
- Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)
- Short Term & Long-Term Disability
- Training & Development
- Free Food & Snacks in Office
- Wellness Resources
- Commuter Benefits