Defense-focused Med Mal/General Liability Legal Assistant

Robert Half • Islandia, NY • 3h ago

Description

We are looking for an experienced Defense-focused Medical Malpractice/General Liability Legal Assistant to join our team in Islandia, New York fully in-person. This is a long-term contract position where you will play a vital role in supporting legal operations and ensuring the smooth handling of administrative tasks. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in legal procedures and be highly organized.

Responsibilities:

Assist with civil litigation tasks such as drafting legal documents (Motions, Briefs, Bill of Particulars, etc) and research.

Manage e-filing processes for legal documents across various courts.

Prepare and organize court filings, ensuring accuracy and compliance with regulations.

Coordinate and maintain the attorney's calendar to ensure timely appointments and deadlines.

Communicate effectively with clients, attorneys, and court personnel to facilitate case progress.

Monitor deadlines and ensure all legal requirements are met for ongoing cases.

Maintain records and files, ensuring they are up-to-date and easily accessible.

Support attorneys in administrative and procedural tasks related to case management.

Handle incoming and outgoing correspondence related to legal matters.

Perform other duties as assigned to support the legal team.

Requirements

Proven prior experience in a legal assistant role or similar position.

Proficiency in e-filing systems and procedures.

Strong understanding of civil litigation processes.

Exceptional calendar management skills with attention to detail.

Experience in preparing and submitting court filings.

Effective communication skills, both written and verbal.

Ability to multitask and work under deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Organizational and record-keeping skills to maintain accurate legal documents.

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