Legal Secretary

Pay: $60,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year

Why This Is a Great Opportunity

• Join an established law firm where your work makes a real difference in supporting attorneys and delivering exceptional client service.
• Enjoy a dynamic legal environment with exposure to interesting litigation matters and a variety of responsibilities.
• Work closely with experienced attorneys who value professionalism, organization, and teamwork.
• Take ownership of meaningful responsibilities while continuing to develop your legal knowledge and skills.
• Become an important part of a collaborative, client-focused team where your contributions are valued.
• Build a rewarding long-term career in a professional legal environment.

Location: Melville, NY. This is a fully on-site opportunity, ideal for someone who enjoys working directly with attorneys and being part of a collaborative office environment. Annual compensation ranges from $60,000 to $75,000, depending on experience.

Note: Candidates must have at least 1+ year of legal support experience working in a law firm. Previous litigation support experience is strongly preferred. We welcome organized, motivated legal professionals who are eager to contribute and grow.

About Us

Confidential Employer. We are an established law firm dedicated to providing high-quality legal representation and personalized service to our clients. Our attorneys handle a variety of legal matters, with a strong focus on litigation, practical problem-solving, and achieving successful outcomes.We believe that exceptional legal support is essential to our success, and we're looking for a talented Legal Secretary to become an important part of our team.

Job Description

• Provide essential administrative and legal support to attorneys handling litigation and other legal matters.
• Prepare, format, proofread, and organize legal documents, correspondence, pleadings, and case materials.
• Assist with maintaining case files, organizing records, and keeping important documents accessible and accurate.
• Coordinate attorney calendars, meetings, court dates, and important deadlines.
• Support litigation workflows, including document preparation, electronic filing, and case coordination.
• Communicate professionally with clients, courts, attorneys, and other parties as needed.
• Help ensure daily legal operations run efficiently while maintaining confidentiality and attention to detail.

Qualifications

• 1+ year of legal support experience working in a law firm is required.
• Previous experience supporting litigation attorneys or handling litigation-related documents is strongly preferred.
• Strong organizational, communication, and multitasking abilities.
• Excellent attention to detail and professional written communication skills.
• Comfort working with legal documents, deadlines, and confidential information.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and general office technology.
• Ability to work independently while contributing to a team-oriented environment.

Why You Will Love Working Here

You'll have the opportunity to become a trusted member of a professional legal team where your work truly matters. We value individuals who take initiative, enjoy helping others succeed, and bring a positive attitude to their work.If you're looking for a legal secretary position where you can strengthen your litigation experience, build meaningful professional relationships, and contribute to a respected legal practice, we'd love to hear from you!

JPC-2502

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Requirements: Must-have: 1+ year of legal support exp working at a law firm. Preferred: 1+ year of litigation support exp.

Submission Email / Name: Helen - [email protected];[email protected] 

Quick Recruiter Reference

Established Long Island law firm handling commercial litigation, liability defense, and business disputes. Hiring an on-site Legal Secretary in Melville, NY, to support attorneys with case documents, scheduling, filings, and administrative tasks. Requires 1+ year of law firm legal support experience; litigation experience preferred. Salary $60K to $75K.

Recruiters Submission: To submit, cancel - Legal Secretary (Litigation) - Kosakoff & Cataldo LLP - JPC-2502 - source

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• Client job title: Legal Secretary

• Location: Melville, NY

• On-site, hybrid, remote: On-site

• Experience: 1+

• Good fit job titles/keywords for candidates: Legal Secretary, Litigation Legal Secretary, Legal Assistant, Litigation Legal Assistant, Legal Administrative Assistant

• # of hires needed: 1