Legal Assistant

Lippes Mathias is seeking a determined, hard-working candidate with superior organizational skills to support the several attorneys in the Syracuse office.

Responsibilities and Duties

Manage calendars, schedule meetings, and arrange meeting logistics for multiple attorneys

Create, maintain, and organize electronic files

Prepare transmittal cover letters and client emails

Save, print, and file document submissions

Proofread and edit lengthy documents

Review attorneys’ monthly invoices for accuracy

Interact comfortably and maintain strong relationships with clients

Prepare firm memoranda to open new matters

Court Filings, including Federal, State and Local

Assisting with drafting, formatting and proofreading of legal documents, such as briefs and pleadings

Word processing

Provide other clerical support as needed

Our ideal Legal Assistant will have:

Minimum 2 years experience as a legal assistant

Naturally upbeat, cheerful, team-focused attitude

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Strong attention to detail and top notch organizational skills

Ability to multi-task and to complete projects with little direction

Desire to foster positive, collegial relationships with peers and co-workers

High proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Powerpoint and Outlook

Experience with a case management software such as ProLaw or iManage

Experience with eSignature software such as Docusign

Experience in anticipating team’s support needs and executing without being asked

General office and computer experience

Ability to maintain composure under pressure

Reliable attendance record

Experience with editing, revising, and drafting of legal documents

Ability to use discretion and handle confidential information

Ability to meet deadlines and produce high quality work product

Salary range: $24 - $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/