Legal Assistant

This non-profit is seeking a Legal Assistant to support Litigation staff in their New York City office. The ideal candidate should have 2-3 years of experience providing administrative assistance in a legal environment.

This role will be hybrid in-office, located in the Financial District in Manhattan. Must be vaccinated and boosted.

Client Details

A leading non-profit whose mission is to ensure that individuals have access to human and civil rights.

Description

• Report to the Director of Litigation
• Manage documents and files for Litigation staff
• Manage the directors busy calendars, schedule meetings, and create agendas
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and Google Suite
• Create contracts and agreements
• Acquire signatures and approvals for legal forms

Profile

• Must have 2-3 years experience of providing administrative support in a legal setting
• Must be organized, reliable, and able to juggle a number of different tasks while meeting deadlines
• Proficient in using Microsoft Office and Google Workspace
• Fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and able to work on a hybrid schedule
• Ability to commute to Lower Manhattan Monday and Wednesday
• Must be vaccinated and boosted

Job Offer

This is a great opportunity for someone who wants to go law school or is studying for the LSAT. This role can help someone develop their communication and interpersonal skills while working in a legal setting.

• Eligible for benefits (health care, dental, vision, commuter) from Day 1 of assignment
• Eligibility for sick days upon accrual
• Opportunity for a permanent home based on performance throughout the contractual period

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.