What are the responsibilities and job description for the Legal Assistant position at Tully Rinckey PLLC?
Overview:
Tully Rinckey PLLC is seeking a Legal Secretary to join our team in our Syracuse, NY office. The Legal Secretary will be directly responsible for supporting Partners, Senior Attorneys, Associates, and fellow Legal Support Staff on all aspects of legal document preparation, client communication, and general office procedures. A strong attention to detail, commitment to quality work product, and client service skills are required.
Responsibilities:
- Maintain electronic and physical files according to company procedures;
- Scan and post all correspondence, emails, notes from telephone calls, and faxes to ensure proper file compliance;
- Maintain task lists for documents and court deadlines;
- Electronic calendar maintenance for attorneys;
- Communication with law firm clients;
- Review attorney cases to assess the need for replenishment of funds, when needed;
- Draft legal documents and correspondence, as directed;
- Prepare and assemble materials, documents, and exhibits for meetings, court appearances, and hearings;
- Schedule appointments for attorneys;
- Research inquiries and requests for information; and
- General office duties as assigned for the professional operation of a law firm.
Qualifications:
- Must be a self-starter, work well with co-workers, and perform all secretarial duties.
- Two-year legal assistant or paralegal education preferred, but not required.
- Proficient in all aspects of Microsoft Office, Excel, Westlaw, and document management software or equivalent.
- Must be able to prepare draft documentation using Word or through templates and be able to revise and finalize as directed.
- Notary Public is preferred.
Firm Overview and Benefits:
Tully Rinckey America Service Corporation is recognized for its support provided to Tully Rinckey PLLC, a national law firm which has seen rapid growth, consistently earning a spot on the INC5000 list of America’s fastest-growing companies. Recently, Tully Rinckey made significant changes to employee compensation and benefits packages. Starting January 1, 2025, the base compensation for all newly hired support staff at the firm is $50,000 annually (paid hourly). In addition, effective January 1, 2025 Tully Rinckey will offer no-cost health insurance for basic plans, free dental and vision coverage, and a 6% matching contribution for 401(k) plans at 100% for full-time employees. These enhancements, combined with Tully Rinckey’s strategic growth, reflects Tully Rinckey’s commitment to creating a diverse, supportive and rewarding work environment. For more information about all our firm has to offer, please visit: https://www.tullylegal.com/our-firm/careers/
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $50,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Opportunities for advancement
- Paid sick time
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Ability to Commute:
- Syracuse, NY (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $50,000