Legal Assistant at Nesco Resource, LLC

Legal Assistant

Nassau County - ( Hybrid - 3 days in office, 2 days remote)

We are seeking a Legal Assistant with 5+ years of law firm experience to join our team. The ideal candidate is organized, adaptable, and able to handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail. This role requires a team player who can collaborate effectively, manage competing priorities, and work independently when needed.

**Key Responsibilities:**
- Support multiple attorneys by managing their daily tasks, adapting to their unique needs and priorities.
- Draft, edit, format, and proofread legal documents, including contracts, agreements, complaints, motions, and pleadings.
- File documents electronically with courts (ECF/NYSCEF/AAA).
- Manage attorneys' calendars, scheduling meetings, calls, and Zoom sessions.
- Open new matters, prepare retainer agreements, and update related documents.
- Enter case progress data for No-Fault matters in Time Matters.
- Track attorney billable hours using iTimekeep.
- Provide general administrative support (answering phones, scanning, copying, submitting expenses via Chrome River).

Requirements:
- Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint).
- Fast typing speed (55+ WPM) with advanced Word skills.
- Strong organizational skills, ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines.
- Ability to work in a team and independently.
- Willingness to learn and adapt to new processes.

Monday-Friday, 9 AM to 5 PM (Hybrid: Minimum 3 days in office, 2 days remote).

Nesco Resource offers a comprehensive benefits package for our associates, which includes a MEC (Minimum Essential Coverage) plan that encompasses Medical, Vision, Dental, 401K, and EAP (Employee Assistance Program) services.

Nesco Resource provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.