Legal Assistant ( Floater ) at Nesco Resource

A major client ot ours is seeking a detail-oriented and adaptable Legal Assistant Floater with expertise in Litigation, Corporate Law, and Trust & Estate matters for a law firm located in Nassau County. The ideal candidate will have a strong proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel, and a demonstrated ability to support various practice areas with precision and efficiency.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support attorneys in client communication, and assist in creating, formatting, and revising legal documents.
• Perform straight typing and proofreading of documents to ensure accuracy.
• Utilize Firm Macros to streamline document preparation.
• Prepare pleadings and ensure compliance with legal requirements.
• Convert documents from PDF to Word format as necessary.
• Manage Winscribe transcription tasks.
• Apply Kofax PDF functions for document editing and enhancement.
• Scan, email, and organize legal documents efficiently.
• Track attorney time using iTimekeep software.
• Prepare and submit expense and reimbursement reports through Chrome River.
• Electronically file court documents via NYSCEF and CM/ECF platforms.
• Coordinate and schedule Zoom meetings and conferences for attorneys and clients.
• Submit vendor invoices for payment processing.
• Foster a collaborative and positive work environment with legal staff, peers, and administrative teams.

Work Schedule:

• Hybrid schedule: 3 days in-office, 2 days remote.
• Office hours: 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

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.

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