Overview
Secretary/Legal Secretary Jobs in Rocky Point, NY at Christena M. Ward, P.C.
Job Overview
I am seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Secretary/Legal Secretary to join my legal team. This role involves providing comprehensive administrative and legal support in practice areas which include estate planning, probate, and real estate. The ideal candidate will be good at managing schedules, preparing some legal documents, and handling confidential information with professionalism and efficiency. This position offers an opportunity to contribute to legal work while developing your skills in a comfortable, amicable environment committed to pleasing our clients.
Responsibilities
- Manage and coordinate attorney calendar, appointments, and court deadlines to ensure timely case progression.
- Prepare, review, and edit legal documents such as deeds, deed recording documents, Wills, Estate planning documents, Surrogate Court documents, and correspondence with precision and attention to detail.
- Organize and maintain physical files.
- Assist with client communication by answering inquiries professionally via phone or email while maintaining confidentiality at all times.
- Support attorney with project management tasks related to case preparation, document review, and procedural law compliance.
- Handle administrative duties such as filing documents with courts or agencies, managing incoming correspondence, scheduling meetings, and maintaining office supplies.
Requirements
- Some experience as a legal secretary or paralegal, or a desire to learn, in supporting practice areas which include Estate Planning, Probate and Real Estate.
- Excellent organizational skills with the ability to prioritize tasks efficiently.
- Interest in developing some research skills.
- Effective communication skills for client interaction while maintaining professionalism and confidentiality.
- Ability to handle confidential information securely with meticulous attention to detail.
Join our team to be part of a supportive and amicable legal environment that values dedication, kindness and a positive attitude.
Pay: $20.00 – $22.00 per hour
Expected hours: 21.0 per week
Work Location: In person
Title: Secretary/Legal Secretary
Company: Christena M. Ward, P.C.
Location: Rocky Point, NY
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