Professional Liability Legal Assistant - (hybrid) Uniondale, NY
Legal & Compliance
LHH
$55,000.00 - $75,000.00 per Year
Uniondale, New YorkPermanent
Legal & Compliance
LHH Recruitment Solutions is seeking an experienced Legal Assistant with at least 5 years of experience in professional liability to work on a hybrid basis in Uniondale, NY. The ideal candidate will have a strong background supporting attorneys in the area of professional liability litigation, with the ability to work independently, exercise sound judgment, and demonstrate initiative in a fast-paced legal environment.
This full-time position requires a detail-oriented, proactive individual who thrives in a team-oriented, client-focused setting and is comfortable navigating evolving technology and legal processes.
Responsibilities:
- Assist attorneys with preparation and finalization of legal documents related to professional liability matters (e.g., pleadings, discovery, correspondence, motions)
- Maintain case files and manage critical deadlines using case management software
- Coordinate attorney calendars, schedule meetings, and manage court appearances
- Communicate with clients, experts, and opposing counsel in a professional, timely manner
- Prepare, proofread, and format legal correspondence, court filings, and internal memos
- Process expense reimbursements using Chrome River
- Handle E-Filing and scanning of legal documents
- Provide administrative support for depositions, hearings, and client meetings
- Collaborate effectively with attorneys, paralegals, and administrative staff
- Minimum 5+ years of legal assistant experience in a professional liability litigation practice group
- Solid understanding of legal procedures, court rules, and deadlines related to professional liability cases
- Exceptional typing (55+ WPM) with strong grammar, spelling, and proofreading skills
- Organized, detail-focused, and capable of handling multiple priorities with minimal supervision
- Professional and discreet, with excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Familiarity with NetDocs and time entry software such as iTimeKeep is a plus
This posting is a representative sample of the types of roles we typically place with our clients. Depending on the specific client, location, and role, the salary range is estimated to be $55,000.00 to $75,000.00 and benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and 401K plan.
Pay Details: $55,000.00 to $75,000.00 per year
Search managed by: Shakia HerronBennett
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to https://www.lhh.com/us/en/candidate-privacy
The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:
- The California Fair Chance Act
- Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
- Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
- San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance
Ref US_EN_27_812222_3091967
Professional Liability Legal Assistant - (hybrid) Uniondale, NY
Legal & Compliance
LHH
$55,000.00 - $75,000.00 per Year
Uniondale, New YorkPermanent
Legal & Compliance
LHH Recruitment Solutions is seeking an experienced Legal Assistant with at least 5 years of experience in professional liability to work on a hybrid basis in Uniondale, NY. The ideal candidate will have a strong background supporting attorneys in the area of professional liability litigation, with the ability to work independently, exercise sound judgment, and demonstrate initiative in a fast-paced legal environment.
This full-time position requires a detail-oriented, proactive individual who thrives in a team-oriented, client-focused setting and is comfortable navigating evolving technology and legal processes.
Responsibilities:
- Assist attorneys with preparation and finalization of legal documents related to professional liability matters (e.g., pleadings, discovery, correspondence, motions)
- Maintain case files and manage critical deadlines using case management software
- Coordinate attorney calendars, schedule meetings, and manage court appearances
- Communicate with clients, experts, and opposing counsel in a professional, timely manner
- Prepare, proofread, and format legal correspondence, court filings, and internal memos
- Process expense reimbursements using Chrome River
- Handle E-Filing and scanning of legal documents
- Provide administrative support for depositions, hearings, and client meetings
- Collaborate effectively with attorneys, paralegals, and administrative staff
- Minimum 5+ years of legal assistant experience in a professional liability litigation practice group
- Solid understanding of legal procedures, court rules, and deadlines related to professional liability cases
- Exceptional typing (55+ WPM) with strong grammar, spelling, and proofreading skills
- Organized, detail-focused, and capable of handling multiple priorities with minimal supervision
- Professional and discreet, with excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Familiarity with NetDocs and time entry software such as iTimeKeep is a plus
This posting is a representative sample of the types of roles we typically place with our clients. Depending on the specific client, location, and role, the salary range is estimated to be $55,000.00 to $75,000.00 and benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and 401K plan.
Pay Details: $55,000.00 to $75,000.00 per year
Search managed by: Shakia HerronBennett
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to https://www.lhh.com/us/en/candidate-privacy
The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:
- The California Fair Chance Act
- Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
- Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
- San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance
Ref US_EN_27_812222_3091967
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