Legal Assistant – Labor & Employment

Recruiting Partner: Arsham Kamali

New York, New York | Legal | Hybrid | $70,000 to $90,000 | Job ID: 173257

Job Summary

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A well-established law firm is seeking a Legal Administrative Assistant to support its Labor & Employment practice group. This is an opportunity to join a respected firm known for its stability, collaborative culture, and high professional standards. The role offers the chance to make a real impact by supporting attorneys in an engaging, team-oriented environment.

Legal Administrative Assistant Benefits & Compensation

  • Competitive salary: $70,000-$90,000
  • Hybrid work environment: 3 days in-office each week in New York City
  • Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
  • Retirement plan and paid time off
  • Supportive company culture focused on long-term growth

Legal Administrative Assistant Requirements & Qualifications

  • 8–10+ years in a law firm as a legal secretary, executive assistant, or administrative assistant; labor, employment, or litigation experience strongly preferred
  • Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, Excel) and willingness to learn new software
  • Familiarity with legal terminology and workflow
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Outstanding attention to detail, organization, and multitasking ability
  • Proven track record of reliability and tenure in previous roles
  • Ability to handle confidential matters with discretion

Legal Administrative Assistant Preferred Background & Skills

  • Prior experience supporting Labor & Employment attorneys
  • Demonstrated history of long-term roles (no job hopping)
  • Adaptability to a collaborative and dynamic office environment

Legal Administrative Assistant Day-to-Day Responsibilities

  • Prepare, revise, and format legal documents for the practice group
  • Coordinate meetings, hearings, arbitrations, and conference calls
  • Maintain and organize both electronic and physical files
  • Proofread all documents for accuracy, grammar, and formatting
  • Handle incoming calls, screen inquiries, and assist clients and colleagues professionally
  • Track deadlines, timelines, and manage critical dates for cases and agency responses
  • Process attorney time entries, manage expense reports, and support billing
  • Provide general administrative support and assist with special projects as assigned

 

JOB ID: 173257

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Arsham Kamali

Senior Recruiting Partner and  Learning & Resource Specialist