What are the responsibilities and job description for the Bilingual Legal Administrative Assistant position at Law Offices of John J Caffrey?
We are seeking a detail-oriented and highly organized Legal Administrative Assistant / Paralegal who is bilingual in Spanish to join our legal team. The ideal candidate will be capable of supporting attorneys with both administrative and paralegal functions, including document preparation, case management, client communication, and court filings. Experience in trust & estate is a strong plus.
Key Responsibilities:
- Prepare, draft, and proofread legal documents related to trusts, wills, powers of attorney, and estate planning
- Translate and interpret for Spanish-speaking clients as needed
- Organize and maintain client files, including both paper and electronic records
- Conduct legal research and assist in the preparation of court documents and filings
- Communicate with clients, court staff, and other legal professionals
- Coordinate deadlines, court dates, and attorney calendars
- Support attorneys with criminal law cases as needed (filings, discovery, case prep)
Qualifications:
- Minimum of 1–3 years’ experience in a legal administrative or paralegal role, with a focus on trust & estate law
- Fluent in Spanish (spoken and written) – Required
- Familiarity with legal terminology and procedures in both civil and criminal matters
- Strong written and verbal communication skills in both English and Spanish
- High attention to detail and excellent organizational skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and legal practice management software (e.g., Clio, MyCase, or similar)
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience with court e-filing systems
- Notary Public certification
- Paralegal certificate or relevant degree preferred
What We Offer:
- Competitive compensation based on experience
- Health insurance allowance
- 401(k) retirement plan benefit
- Paid time off
- Employee discount program
- Opportunity to work in a collaborative and supportive legal environment
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $23.00 - $27.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Employee discount
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Language:
- Spanish (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Hauppauge, NY 11788 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Hauppauge, NY 11788: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $23 - $27
