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Executive Legal Assistant
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Remote / WFH
Alter Kendrick and Baron LLP 156 5th Ave, New York, NY 10010 $65,000 - $80,000 a year - Full-time Alter Kendrick and Baron LLP
Job Description
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Job Overview
Alter, Kendrick & Baron, LLP, a boutique entertainment law firm in New York City with an emphasis in music copyright law, seeks a highly motivated individual for an in-office position as legal assistant to a Partner. The ideal candidate will be proactive, detail-oriented, highly organized, and personable, with strong multitasking and verbal communication skills. Prior experience working in a professional office environment is strongly preferred. This paid position is perfect for a motivated professional eager to grow their legal administrative expertise in a fast-paced environment.
Duties
Managing Partner’s daily priorities
Scheduling meetings and managing calendars
Coordinating internal and external communications on behalf of Partner
Preparing meeting materials, agendas, and follow-up items
Planning travel, including booking flights, accommodations, and ground transportation
Fielding client and potential client calls
Tracking client projects and deal flow
Organizing and maintaining contact lists and client information
Preparing engagement agreements and related new client onboarding documents
Drafting correspondence and document processing
Document management
Maintaining firm electronic and physical filing system
Conducting copyright registration research and data entry related thereto
Submitting documents pertaining to copyright to the US Copyright Office
Processing incoming mail
Supporting general office operations and providing backup administrative support as needed
Handling confidential and sensitive information with discretion
Some personal assistant tasks and errands
Qualifications
Proven experience as a legal assistant or paralegal within a busy law office environment
Demonstrated organizational skills with the ability to handle multiple priorities simultaneously
Exceptional communication skills along with professional phone etiquette
Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively within a team environment
Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint is required
Job Overview
Alter, Kendrick & Baron, LLP, a boutique entertainment law firm in New York City with an emphasis in music copyright law, seeks a highly motivated individual for an in-office position as legal assistant to a Partner. The ideal candidate will be proactive, detail-oriented, highly organized, and personable, with strong multitasking and verbal communication skills. Prior experience working in a professional office environment is strongly preferred. This paid position is perfect for a motivated professional eager to grow their legal administrative expertise in a fast-paced environment.
Duties
Managing Partner’s daily priorities
Scheduling meetings and managing calendars
Coordinating internal and external communications on behalf of Partner
Preparing meeting materials, agendas, and follow-up items
Planning travel, including booking flights, accommodations, and ground transportation
Fielding client and potential client calls
Tracking client projects and deal flow
Organizing and maintaining contact lists and client information
Preparing engagement agreements and related new client onboarding documents
Drafting correspondence and document processing
Document management
Maintaining firm electronic and physical filing system
Conducting copyright registration research and data entry related thereto
Submitting documents pertaining to copyright to the US Copyright Office
Processing incoming mail
Supporting general office operations and providing backup administrative support as needed
Handling confidential and sensitive information with discretion
Some personal assistant tasks and errands
Qualifications
Proven experience as a legal assistant or paralegal within a busy law office environment
Demonstrated organizational skills with the ability to handle multiple priorities simultaneously
Exceptional communication skills along with professional phone etiquette
Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively within a team environment
Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint is required
