Legal Assistant

We are working with an established law firm seeking a Legal Assistant to join its Stamford, Connecticut office. This position will provide administrative support to several litigation attorneys and a real estate attorney while also serving as the primary administrative point of contact for the office.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys a combination of traditional legal administrative responsibilities and general office coordination. The ideal candidate is proactive, detail-oriented, and willing to take ownership of the day-to-day administrative needs of a small, professional office.

Position Responsibilities

Legal Administrative Support

• Provide comprehensive administrative support to multiple attorneys handling litigation and transactional real estate matters.
• Prepare, draft, revise, proofread, and format legal documents, correspondence, pleadings, and other materials.
• Manage attorney calendars, schedule meetings and appointments, and coordinate deadlines.
• Assist with electronic filing of documents in state and federal courts, as applicable.
• Assist with real estate transaction closings, including organizing, compiling, and preparing closing binders; assembling executed documents; and ensuring closing materials are complete, properly organized, and distributed as directed.
• Maintain and organize electronic and physical files, ensuring documents are properly saved and accessible.
• Coordinate communications with clients, courts, opposing counsel, and other parties.
• Assist with document production, scanning, copying, and preparation of materials for meetings, filings, closings, and other attorney needs.
• Perform other administrative duties as needed to support the attorneys and their practices.

Office Administration & Coordination

• Serve as the primary administrative point of contact for the Stamford office, helping ensure smooth and efficient daily operations.
• Manage general office needs, including ordering and maintaining supplies, copying and shredding, and organizing office materials.
• Greet visitors, respond to inquiries, and assist with general office communications.
• Coordinate with the firm's main office in New York City regarding administrative matters and office needs.
• Identify and address routine administrative issues proactively.
• Take ownership of general office tasks and provide hands-on assistance wherever needed to maintain an organized, efficient, and welcoming workplace.

Qualifications

• At least one year of experience working in a legal environment, preferably in a law firm.
• Prior experience providing legal administrative support is strongly preferred.
• Familiarity with litigation procedures, legal terminology, and electronic court filing systems is a plus.
• Familiarity with transactional real estate procedures, including the preparation and organization of closing documents and binders, is a plus.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Outlook, and Excel.
• Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with a professional and service-oriented approach.
• Ability to work independently, exercise sound judgment, and maintain confidentiality.
• A flexible, collaborative attitude and willingness to assist with both legal administrative responsibilities and general office needs.

Compensation & Benefits

The firm offers a competitive compensation and benefits package, including:

• Base Salary: $55,000 – $70,000 annually, commensurate with experience and qualifications.
• Work Schedule: 35 hours per week, with occasional overtime flexibility as needed.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Life and disability insurance.
• Commuter benefits.
• Generous paid time off.

Why Consider This Opportunity?

This position offers the opportunity to become an integral part of a small, collegial office while enjoying the resources and support of an established law firm with its main office in New York City.

With a quiet, professional atmosphere, approachable colleagues, and a 35-hour workweek, the firm offers an appealing environment for someone who values stability, teamwork, and work-life balance.

If you are an experienced legal assistant who enjoys supporting attorneys, keeping an office organized, and being the person others can count on to keep things running smoothly, this is the position for you!

To be considered, please provide a resume. Cover letters are appreciated, but not required. All applications are confidential and NOT shared with employers without the candidate's permission.

Oak Ridge Legal Search and the clients we work with are equal opportunity employers and provide equal opportunity to qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, age, gender, gender identity or expression, marital status, sexual orientation, ancestry, physical or mental disability, veteran status or any other legally protected class in accordance with all applicable laws. If a level of experience is indicated, this is a guideline only and does not preclude applications from candidates with more or less experience.