Commercial Legal Assistant

• Prepare, draft, review, proofread, file, and e-file legal documents in New York State Supreme Court and Federal Courts
• Ensure strict compliance with federal, state, local, and individual judge rules, including filing procedures and deadlines
• Assist attorneys with motion practice, including preparation of motion papers, exhibits, tables of contents, and authorities
• Support discovery processes, including document organization, Bates-stamping, and preparation of privilege logs
• Provide appellate support, including cite-checking and formatting appellate filings as needed
• Organize and support depositions, arbitrations, and mediations, including exhibit management and binder preparation
• Maintain litigation calendars, track deadlines, and monitor ongoing case developments to ensure timely filings and compliance
• Coordinate with attorneys, courts, and internal teams to support efficient case progression

• Bachelor's degree required
• Minimum of 4 years of recent experience as a Commercial Legal Assistant or Litigation Legal Assistant in a law firm environment
• Demonstrated experience supporting commercial litigation matters
• Exposure to insurance coverage, employment law, and/or securities is preferred
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills with a high level of professionalism
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple matters simultaneously in a deadline-driven environment
• Outstanding attention to detail and accuracy
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and Adobe Acrobat
• Experience using legal research platforms such as LexisNexis and/or Westlaw
• Hands-on experience with New York State and Federal court e-filing systems (including NYSCEF and federal CM/ECF)

Exposure to insurance coverage, employment law, and/or securities litigation

• Medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance
• 401(k) plan