Legal Assistant

Company: Pitta LLP
Location: New York
Posted on: March 1, 2025

Job Description:

Pitta LLP has been representing labor unions and their affiliated employee benefit funds for over 40 years and is seeking an experienced litigation administrative assistant to join its team. Responsibilities include but are not limited to: Prepare and format correspondence, including briefs, pleadings, and demands for arbitration Electronically file and serve court documents as required by state, federal, and local rules Arrange for filing and service of documents Maintenance and distribution of logs, status report and files Ensure materials are distributed to the appropriate party Handle all incoming telephone calls and place outgoing calls in a professional manner Maintain attorney calendars, including scheduling and coordinating meetings Assist other administrative assistants and attorneys as needed Other responsibilities as assigned Qualifications Minimum of 5 years of experience in litigation: labor experience preferred Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Outlook, and Excel, and experience with ADOBE Proficiency with Thompson Reuters Drafting Assistant - Cites, TAO and TOC New York and New Jersey Rules Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment, managing competing priorities and deadlines Ability to communicate clearly and effectively Excellent proofreading skills Ability to work independently and as part of a team We offer competitive benefits including medical, 401k, long term disability and life insurances, excepted benefits health reimbursement arrangement, tuition reimbursement, student loan repayment, and generous paid time off. Pitta LLP is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, national or ethnic origin, gender, sexual orientation or disabling condition. Employment Type: Full Time Years Experience: 5 - 10 years Salary: $75,000 - $87,000 Annual Bonus/Commission: No

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