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Thompson Coburn LLP · 6 days ago

Legal Administrative Assistant - Litigation

New York, United States

Full-time

Hybrid

Entry, Mid Level

$80K/yr - $105K/yr

2+ years exp

Thompson Coburn is a large full-service law firm seeking a full-time Legal Administrative Assistant to support litigation attorneys and clients. The role involves drafting and filing court documents, managing attorney calendars, and ensuring effective communication within the office.

Law Practice

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Supports multiple attorneys and paralegals in drafting, formatting, editing, and finalizing correspondence, pleadings, and other litigation materials

E-files pleadings and exhibits with State, Federal, and Appellate courts

Manages attorney calendars, appointments, and travel arrangements

Opens new matters, maintains files, and coordinates file closures

Coordinates billing processes, including time entry and client billing edits

Answers and screens calls, interacts professionally with clients and colleagues

Processes check requests and expense reports through Firm systems

Collaborates with internal support teams, including document production and business office staff

Utilizes Firm systems to manage deadlines, docketing, and other administrative workflows

Qualification

E-Filing proceduresMicrosoft Office SuiteLitigation legal experienceProofreadingOrganizational skillsWritten communicationVerbal communicationTeam collaborationCritical thinking

Required

High school diploma or equivalent required

At least two (2) years of litigation legal experience required

Demonstrates strong organizational and prioritization skills with attention to detail

Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook, Word, and Excel

Experienced in E-Filing procedures with State, Federal, and Appellate courts

Strong proofreading, grammar, and editing abilities

Able to manage multiple assignments and competing deadlines with minimal supervision

Exercises sound judgment, discretion, and professionalism in all interactions

Able to work collaboratively in a team environment while maintaining confidentiality

Possesses excellent written and verbal communication skills

Able to adapt to change and solve problems using critical thinking

Willing to work overtime as needed and manage occasional high-volume workloads

Preferred

Associate Degree preferred

Three (3) to five (5) years of litigation legal experience preferred

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Vision Insurance

Dental Insurance

Life Insurance & ADD policies

Short & Long Term Disability Insurance

Paid Parental Leave

401(k) Profit Sharing plans

Parking/Transportation Stipend

Section 125 Plan (Pre-tax premiums, dependent care and medical reimbursement)

Paid Holidays

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Employee Wellness Program

Tuition Reimbursement

College Savings Plan Deductions (529 Plans)

Long Term Care

Company

Thompson Coburn LLP

Thompson Coburn is a full-service, values-driven law firm with offices strategically located in Birmingham, Chicago, Dallas, Los Angeles, New York, Southern Illinois, St.

Founded in 1929

Saint Louis, MO, US

501-1000 employees

http://www.thompsoncoburn.com

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