Legal Secretary – Medical Malpractice Defense (Hybrid)
Staten Island law firm is seeking a full-time Legal Secretary with at least 2 years of experience in medical malpractice defense.
Responsibilities:
- Drafting and filing legal pleadings
- E-filing in state and federal courts
- Answering phones and directing calls
- Legal transcription
- Assisting with attorney calendars and deadlines
- Preparing, editing, and managing documents using Adobe
- Uploading and organizing electronic documents
- Microsoft Office and general administrative support
Qualifications:
- Minimum 2 years of legal secretary experience (medical malpractice preferred)
- Knowledge of legal pleadings and filing procedures
- E-filing experience
- Typing speed of 45 WPM or higher
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Adobe
- Strong organizational and communication skills
Details & Benefits:
- Full-time position
- Hybrid remote after training
- Training and in-office work in Staten Island office
- Salary: $55,000–$60,000, commensurate with experience
- Benefits include 401(k), PTO, and health insurance
Pay: $55,000.00 - $60,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Experience:
- Medical Malpractice Defense : 1 year (Preferred)
- Legal Secretary: 1 year (Preferred)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Staten Island, NY 10314
