Beacon Hill
Legal Secretary
Location: Brooklyn, NY
Salary: $40,000 - $50,000
Responsibilities
Prepare, revise, format, and finalize a wide variety of legal documents
Assist attorneys with high volume of new client and matter intake applications, conflicts checks, waiver letters and auditor response letters
Accurately enter attorney time into timekeeping system to meet daily deadlines
Establish and maintain paper and electronic client and administrative files in compliance with current Firm policies, including email filing within iManage system
Interact on a daily basis with the secretarial team and departments within the Firm to facilitate highest possible legal support
Prepare and submit expense reports
Work closely with Accounting Department staff to prepare and manage high volume of monthly client billings and receivables to meet client billing format and reporting requirements
Handle and manage travel arrangements to ensure all aspects of travel are made accurately and communicated effectively
Manage travel itineraries with assistance from the Firm's travel agency
Arrange client and group meetings with calendar appointments and other hospitality arrangements
Answer, screen and place phone calls to clients and other business associates and respond to client inquiries
Open, review and route mail as directed
Provide assistance to other Legal Secretaries within Firm whenever necessary to meet Firm and client needs
Other duties as assigned
Skills & Competencies
Knowledge in formatting briefs, pleadings and other litigation documents
Knowledge of e‑filings and New York and Federal Court procedures
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to deal courteously and effectively with others
Ability to read, interpret and follow instructions
Ability to work core business hours with flexibility for overtime, as required
Personable, professional, detailed‑oriented and a problem solver
Able to prioritize tasks in a high‑pressure environment
Strong organizational skills combined with the ability to work independently on several projects at one time
Desired Skills and Experience
Strong knowledge of formatting briefs, pleadings, and a wide range of litigation documents
Proficiency with e‑filings and familiarity with New York State and Federal Court procedures
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to communicate courteously, professionally, and effectively with clients, attorneys, and court personnel
Ability to read, interpret, and follow detailed instructions
Ability to work core business hours with flexibility for overtime when needed
Personable, professional, detail‑oriented, and strong problem‑solving abilities
Ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks in a high‑pressure, deadline‑driven environment
Strong organizational skills and the ability to work independently on several projects at once
Knowledge of and experience working in Securities Litigation and Enforcement (preferred)
Knowledge of basics Bankruptcy Litigation (preferred)
Equal Opportunity & EEO Statement Beacon Hill
is an equal opportunity employer and individuals with disabilities and/or protected veterans are encouraged to apply.
California residents: Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.
If you would like to complete our voluntary self‑identification form, please click here or copy and paste the following link into an open window in your browser: https://jobs.beaconhillstaffing.com/eeoc/
Completion of this form is voluntary and will not affect your opportunity for employment, or the terms or conditions of your employment. This form will be used for reporting purposes only and will be kept separate from all other records.
Benefits Information Beacon Hill offers a robust benefit package including, but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, and federal and state leave programs as required by applicable agency regulations to those that meet eligibility. Upon successfully being hired, details will be provided related to our benefit offerings.
We look forward to working with you.
Beacon Hill. Employing the Future (TM)
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Salary: $40,000 - $50,000
Responsibilities
Prepare, revise, format, and finalize a wide variety of legal documents
Assist attorneys with high volume of new client and matter intake applications, conflicts checks, waiver letters and auditor response letters
Accurately enter attorney time into timekeeping system to meet daily deadlines
Establish and maintain paper and electronic client and administrative files in compliance with current Firm policies, including email filing within iManage system
Interact on a daily basis with the secretarial team and departments within the Firm to facilitate highest possible legal support
Prepare and submit expense reports
Work closely with Accounting Department staff to prepare and manage high volume of monthly client billings and receivables to meet client billing format and reporting requirements
Handle and manage travel arrangements to ensure all aspects of travel are made accurately and communicated effectively
Manage travel itineraries with assistance from the Firm's travel agency
Arrange client and group meetings with calendar appointments and other hospitality arrangements
Answer, screen and place phone calls to clients and other business associates and respond to client inquiries
Open, review and route mail as directed
Provide assistance to other Legal Secretaries within Firm whenever necessary to meet Firm and client needs
Other duties as assigned
Skills & Competencies
Knowledge in formatting briefs, pleadings and other litigation documents
Knowledge of e‑filings and New York and Federal Court procedures
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to deal courteously and effectively with others
Ability to read, interpret and follow instructions
Ability to work core business hours with flexibility for overtime, as required
Personable, professional, detailed‑oriented and a problem solver
Able to prioritize tasks in a high‑pressure environment
Strong organizational skills combined with the ability to work independently on several projects at one time
Desired Skills and Experience
Strong knowledge of formatting briefs, pleadings, and a wide range of litigation documents
Proficiency with e‑filings and familiarity with New York State and Federal Court procedures
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to communicate courteously, professionally, and effectively with clients, attorneys, and court personnel
Ability to read, interpret, and follow detailed instructions
Ability to work core business hours with flexibility for overtime when needed
Personable, professional, detail‑oriented, and strong problem‑solving abilities
Ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks in a high‑pressure, deadline‑driven environment
Strong organizational skills and the ability to work independently on several projects at once
Knowledge of and experience working in Securities Litigation and Enforcement (preferred)
Knowledge of basics Bankruptcy Litigation (preferred)
Equal Opportunity & EEO Statement Beacon Hill
is an equal opportunity employer and individuals with disabilities and/or protected veterans are encouraged to apply.
California residents: Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.
If you would like to complete our voluntary self‑identification form, please click here or copy and paste the following link into an open window in your browser: https://jobs.beaconhillstaffing.com/eeoc/
Completion of this form is voluntary and will not affect your opportunity for employment, or the terms or conditions of your employment. This form will be used for reporting purposes only and will be kept separate from all other records.
Benefits Information Beacon Hill offers a robust benefit package including, but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, and federal and state leave programs as required by applicable agency regulations to those that meet eligibility. Upon successfully being hired, details will be provided related to our benefit offerings.
We look forward to working with you.
Beacon Hill. Employing the Future (TM)
#J-18808-Ljbffr