Legal Assistant

Lippes Mathias is seeking a determined, hard-working candidate with superior organizational skills to support the several attorneys in the Syracuse office.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Manage calendars, schedule meetings, and arrange meeting logistics for multiple attorneys
• Create, maintain, and organize electronic files
• Prepare transmittal cover letters and client emails
• Save, print, and file document submissions
  
• Proofread and edit lengthy documents
• Review attorneys' monthly invoices for accuracy
• Interact comfortably and maintain strong relationships with clients
• Prepare firm memoranda to open new matters
• Court Filings, including Federal, State and Local
• Assisting with drafting, formatting and proofreading of legal documents, such as briefs and pleadings
• Provide other clerical support as needed

Our ideal Legal Assistant will have:

• Minimum 2 years experience as a legal assistant
• Naturally upbeat, cheerful, team-focused attitude
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong attention to detail and top notch organizational skills
• Ability to multi-task and to complete projects with little direction
• Desire to foster positive, collegial relationships with peers and co-workers
• High proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Powerpoint and Outlook
• Experience with a case management software such as ProLaw or iManage
• Experience with eSignature software such as Docusign
• Experience in anticipating team's support needs and executing without being asked
• General office and computer experience
• Ability to maintain composure under pressure
• Reliable attendance record
• Experience with editing, revising, and drafting of legal documents
• Ability to use discretion and handle confidential information
• Ability to meet deadlines and produce high quality work product

Salary range depending on experience: $36,400-$43,680 annually

The pay range provided in this listing is a good faith estimate for this position based on the location that we are hiring for. Criteria included but not limited to, skill level, education, and experience, will determine where a candidate falls within the range.

Founded in 1965 in Buffalo, New York, Lippes Mathias is a full-service law firm with 17 offices and nearly 220 attorneys. We grow and thrive every day by way of our unique culture, which puts a premium on collegiality, collaboration, and support for our employees at every turn. You'll quickly notice that we approach law differently at Lippes Mathias—we think ahead and around corners for our myriad regional, national, and international clients in a range of different industries. Rather than providing endless options and choices, we serve as business partners to our clients, delivering them the answers to their legal questions that advance their business outcomes.  

To learn more about Lippes Mathias, visit our recruiting website: 

Along with competitive pay, as a full-time employee you are eligible for the following benefits:

• Highmark BCBS PPO/POS plans > 4 medical plan options including 2 HDHP/HSA qualified plans
• Dental plan (including orthodontic coverage)
• Vision plan
• Health Savings