Legal Assistant/Secretary

A Riverhead Law Office is seeking a full-time Legal Assistant/Secretary for support in its real estate and estate work. The Legal Assistant/Secretary will be expected to work closely with lawyers, clients, and community partners. This is an in-person position based in Riverhead, NY. This position is full-time, but part-time applicants will be considered.

Duties include:

- Assisting in client interviews and information gathering, client intake and general client correspondence.

- Co-ordinating follow-up services including appointments, referrals.

- Maintaining calendar and appointments to ensure maximum office efficiency.

- Entering and tracking information in electronic formats: running reports, obtaining, maintaining records, office timesheets, etc.

- Opening, closing, and maintaining real estate and estate files, assisting in all real estate and estate work.

- General office administration as required

Required Skills:

- >2 years experience working in a legal setting or law office.

- Driving license, and ability to commute to Riverhead, NY.

- Self motivated, personable and able to work in a fast-paced environment with clients from diverse backgrounds.

- Excellent computer literacy, proficient in Microsoft Office, Outlook, E-filing and Records Software.

- Strong verbal and written communication skills.

- High school education or higher.

- Excellent organizational skills and long-term commitment to role.

- Strong attention to detail