Front Desk Receptionist

About Us

Slater Slater Schulman LLP is a prominent full-service law firm with over 40 years of experience representing survivors of catastrophic and traumatic events. Our nationally renowned attorneys are committed to ensuring the best results for our clients through persistence and zealous representation. We have achieved successful resolutions in some of the most challenging cases in the industry, including 9/11 World Trade Center litigation, Child Victims Act, mass torts, pharmaceutical drug litigation, product liability litigation, environmental litigation, employment and labor law, medical malpractice, and personal injury.

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Receptionist to serve as the first point of contact for clients, guests, and callers, you will play an essential role in setting a warm, professional tone for our office. The ideal candidate is a front-desk professional who takes pride in delivering high-caliber hospitality, maintaining seamless office flow and bringing calm, reliable organization to a busy legal environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Client Hospitality: Greet clients, visiting counsel, and guests with warmth and professionalism, ensuring an exceptional first impression from the moment they arrive.
• Switchboard & Call Management: Answer, screen, and route incoming calls promptly and courteously, taking accurate messages and delivering timely follow-ups via email or voicemail.
• Discretion & Client Communication: Serve as a reliable link between the reception desk, attorneys, and clientele while upholding strict confidentiality and professional protocol.
• Conference Room & Visitor Scheduling: Manage conference room bookings, maintain accurate visitor and personnel logs, and coordinate daily schedules smoothly.
• Meeting Readiness: Oversee conference room setups prior to meetings and depositions to ensure every reservation request is handled down to the last detail.
• Mail & Courier Logistics: Receive, log, and distribute incoming mail, packages, and time-sensitive legal deliveries efficiently.
• Administrative Support: Assist attorneys and administrative staff with daily tasks and special projects as needed.
• Front-Office Presentation: Keep the reception area and conference rooms polished, organized, and guest-ready throughout the day.

Skills & Qualifications

• Relevant Experience: Previous experience as a receptionist in a law firm, corporate office, or high-touch service environment is strongly preferred.
• Professional Demeanor: Outstanding verbal and written communication skills paired with the warmth, tact, and judgment needed to represent the firm well.
• Dependability & Autonomy: A self-directed professional who takes ownership of the front desk, anticipates needs, and works effectively with minimal supervision.
• Composure Under Pressure: Proven ability to juggle multiple phone lines, shifting schedules, and competing priorities with grace and accuracy.
• Technical Skills: Strong proficiency in Windows and Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel), with the ability to pick up new scheduling or phone systems quickly.
• Team-Oriented Mindset: Skilled at building positive, cooperative working relationships with colleagues at every level of the firm.
• Education: High School Diploma or equivalent required.