Legal Administrative Assistant

Boutique Law Firm specializing in Estate Administration is seeking a highly organized, detail-oriented, and motivated Legal Administrative Assistant to support daily operations in its Lower Manhattan office. This position plays a key role in creating a smooth, well-organized environment for attorneys, staff, and clients while helping maintain efficient administrative processes. The position is growth-oriented and targeted toward individuals who seek to increase their responsibility over time and rise within the ranks. The ideal candidate brings strong judgment, attention to detail, and a service-oriented approach to managing a busy legal office. Seeking someone with 2+ years of prior experience working in a law firm environment. This is a fully in office role that offers extensive PTO, a 401K, and a friendly and collaborative team environment. Hours are M-F, 10am - 6pm.

Primary Responsibilities

·      Assisting with the creation and improvement of internal office workflows and procedures

·      Assisting with the administration of the firm's case management and CRM systems.

·      Assisting attorneys and staff with administrative projects

·      Ensuring office organization, efficiency, and consistency across daily operations.

·      Serving as the primary point of contact for office vendors, service providers, and building management

·      Managing office supplies and equipment

·      Welcoming clients and visitors

·      Processing mail and coordinating shipping and deliveries

Qualifications:

Necessary Qualifications & Experience

·      2–5 years of office administrative or office manager experience, preferably in a law firm

·      Exceptional organizational and time-management skills, paired with a high level of reliability

·      Strong written and verbal communication skills

·      Ability to manage competing priorities with accuracy

·      Detail-oriented without losing sight of the bigger picture

·      Friendly, compassionate, and client-focused demeanor

·      Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to work independently and as part of a team

·      Tech-savvy, featuring advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and Adobe Acrobat, alongside the ability to quickly learn new software and technology

·      Proactive in identifying problems and proposing solutions

Compensation

$65,000.00-$85,000.00 Yearly

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