Legal Assistant - Litigation

The Buffalo office of Lippes Mathias LLP is seeking an experienced litigation Legal Assistant to join our team. The successful candidate will be key to supporting the administrative functions of the group.

Responsibilities will include:

Prepare memoranda for opening new matters

Drafting, editing, and formatting of legal documents

Monitor and update attorney and non-attorney professional calendar(s)

Prepare and send out transmittal letters

Prepare and submit expense reports

Save, print, scan, and file all transmittal documents on each file

File with State and Federal Courts

Prepare for depositions

Assist with discovery

Prepare and organize exhibits

Perform general office duties as required

Our ideal Legal Assistant will have:

Minimum 2 years of Legal Assistant experience, personal injury or malpractice experience a plus

Good working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook

Experience with ProLaw preferred

Accurate typing speed of 65+ wpm

Experience with editing, revising and drafting of legal documents

Ability to complete projects with little direction

Knowledge of local, state and federal court rules

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

High accuracy rate and strong attention to detail

Ability to maintain composure under pressure

Ability to use discretion and handle confidential information

Ability to meet deadlines and produce high quality work products

Salary range: $22-$28 /hour. This is a good faith estimate for the position based on location and minimum criteria. Actual compensation may vary based on experience and other job-related factors as permitted by law.

Full time employees are also eligible for a year-end bonus and a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision coverage beginning the first of the month following hire; immediate eligibility for the firm’s 401(k) and profit sharing plan; firm-arranged parking at our downtown locations; firm-paid long-term disability coverage for all employees; and firm-provided life and AD&D insurance for staff.

Founded in 1965 in Buffalo, New York, Lippes Mathias is a full-service law firm with 17 offices and nearly 230 attorneys. We grow and thrive every day by way of our unique culture, which puts a premium on collegiality, collaboration, and support for our employees at every turn. You’ll quickly notice that we approach law differently at Lippes Mathias—we think ahead and around corners for our myriad regional, national, and international clients in a range of different industries. Rather than providing endless options and choices, we serve as business partners to our clients, delivering them the answers to their legal questions that advance their business outcomes.  

To learn more about Lippes Mathias, visit our recruiting website: https://www.lippescareers.com/