What are the responsibilities and job description for the Legal Secretary - Litigation position at Whiteman Osterman & Hanna?
Office Location: Albany, New York
Work Schedule: This role has hybrid flexibility, allowing 1 remote day per week based on business needs.
Compensation Range: $48,000 - $58,000 annually
We are currently seeking a Legal Secretary to work with our Litigation Practice Group.
The Role:
You will provide legal administrative support in a team-oriented environment including:
- Preparing and submitting documents to courts, including electronic filing (e-filing).
- Coordinating appointments, depositions, hearings, and other meetings for lawyers and clients.
- Interacting with clients, opposing counsel, witnesses, and court personnel via phone and email.
- Upkeep of client records and filing.
- Assisting billing professionals with general secretarial support.
Skills Needed for Success:
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, manage multiple tasks, prioritize effectively, and meet deadlines and adjust to changing priorities.
- Accuracy in document preparation and record-keeping.
- Confidence and ability to support multiple billing professionals.
- Strong organizational and time management skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Required:
- Expertise in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).
- Proficiency with filing documents electronically through CM/ECF and NYS E-Court websites.
- 5 years of litigation experience.
- Overtime flexibility.
Why Whiteman Osterman & Hanna LLP?:
A generous benefit offering package including:
- Medical
- Dental
- 401(k) with company match and profit-sharing options
- Generous time off package
- Corporate discounts to various businesses
- Opportunities to support and be active in the community
- And more!
Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis. Please contact Careers@WOH.com with any questions.
Whiteman Osterman & Hanna LLP is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to a work environment that supports, inspires, and respects all individuals, and in which employment decisions are merit-based and made without discrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, gender or sex, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, religion, pregnancy, protected activity, veteran status, marital status, citizenship, genetic information, predisposition or carrier status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Salary : $48,000 - $58,000