Location: Garden City, Long Island, NY (On-site)
Our client, a prominent New York plaintiff-side Personal Injury Law Firm, is seeking a Senior Legal Assistant with extensive experience in Personal Injury and Medical Malpractice litigation. This role offers the opportunity to work directly with the firm’s partners in a dynamic, client-focused environment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Draft and file pleadings, complaints, bills of particulars, discovery responses, and related litigation documents
- Coordinate the retrieval and review of medical records, and handle Medicare and Medicaid final reporting
- Handle client intake and communication throughout all phases of litigation
- Assist with mediation and deposition preparation
- Provide comprehensive support for trial preparation
- Schedule depositions, medical exams, and court appearances as needed
- Manage multiple active cases efficiently in a high-volume environment
Qualifications:
- 5+ years of experience in Plaintiff Personal Injury and Medical Malpractice
- Prior experience reporting to leadership
- Proficiency in Time Matters, e-filing (NYSCEF), and Microsoft Office Suite
- Strong communication skills – verbal and written
- Ability to prioritize, multitask, and remain organized under pressure
- Comfortable and professional in client-facing situations
Compensation & Benefits:
- Base Salary: $65,000 – $75,000
- Annual Bonus
- Health Benefits
- Paid Time Off
- Collaborative and experienced legal team