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Legal Administrative Assistant - Discovery Support
Buffalo, NY
Pay: $29.00 - $30.00 per hour
26-07039
Job Summary
The Legal Administrative Assistant / Discovery Support provides administrative and discovery-related support in a legal office environment. This role is responsible for maintaining databases, processing discovery materials, supporting litigation and case management activities, and ensuring accurate recordkeeping. The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, and capable of managing multiple priorities while meeting established deadlines in a fast-paced office setting.
Job Responsibilities
- Create, maintain, and update databases used for legal and discovery support.
- Date stamp, format, and organize discovery materials using database systems.
- Assist with discovery research and respond to discovery-related requests.
- Maintain terminated and convicted assailant lists.
- Update case settlement review information on a daily and weekly basis.
- Organize, prioritize, and manage workload while meeting established deadlines independently.
- Perform administrative, records management, database, and discovery support functions.
- Prepare, maintain, and organize legal documentation and records.
- Utilize Microsoft Office Suite to support document preparation, data management, and administrative tasks.
- Maintain confidentiality while handling sensitive legal information.
- Perform additional administrative duties as assigned.
Job Requirements
- Prior experience in administrative support, legal administration, discovery support, litigation support, records management, case management, or database administration preferred.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Ability to prioritize workload, establish deadlines, and manage multiple tasks independently.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with professionalism.
- Comfortable working onsite in Buffalo, New York.
Education
- High school diploma preferred.
About Equiliem
Equiliem believes in empowering success. It's our job to cultivate relationships that connect people and employers in a way that is inclusive, intelligent, and allows both to thrive.
Across the U.S., leading companies in healthcare, government, engineering, manufacturing, professional services, and energy rely on us for their workforce solutions. Our recruiting and HR services include contract and direct hire staffing, Payrolling/EOR, Independent Contractor Compliance, and Managed Services.
For almost 30 years, we've helped shape our industry. Today, we continue to research, ask questions, and continuously enhance the candidate journey and client experience.
Benefits
We offer a comprehensive benefits package to our employees, which includes:
- Medical Insurance
- Vision & Dental Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Matching 401(k)
- Commuter Benefits
- Employee Discounts & Rewards
- Payroll Payment Options
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Salary : $29 - $30