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Purpose of the Role
Mandelbaum Barrett PC is seeking an entry-level Litigation Legal Assistant for our Greenwich office. This full-time, in-person role (Monday–Friday) provides administrative and litigation support to attorneys handling civil, commercial, and employment matters in Connecticut and New York courts.
The ideal candidate is a recent college graduate or early-career professional with a strong interest in the legal field who is eager to start a career in a law firm environment. This position offers hands-on exposure to litigation while working closely with experienced attorneys and legal professionals.
Responsibilities
- Assist attorneys and legal staff with day-to-day litigation support and case management.
- Prepare, format, and proofread legal documents, correspondence, and court filings.
- Organize and maintain electronic and physical case files.
- Track deadlines, court dates, and case milestones using firm calendaring systems.
- Coordinate scheduling for depositions, hearings, meetings, and client calls.
- Assist with preparing materials for hearings, depositions, and trials.
- Communicate professionally with attorneys, staff, court personnel, and vendors.
- Perform administrative and organizational tasks to support litigation matters.
- Maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with professionalism.
- Support attorneys with additional projects and tasks as needed.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree required.
- Open to all candidates meeting the educational requirements; recent college graduates or early-career professionals with an interest in the legal field are encouraged to apply.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Professional demeanor and strong interpersonal skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
- Ability to work independently while contributing to a collaborative, team-oriented environment.
Compensation & Benefits: This position offers a salary range of $50,000 - $65,000 annually, commensurate with experience and qualifications. Final compensation will be determined based on factors such as experience, skills, and qualifications. Support staff may also be eligible for discretionary year-end bonuses and a merit-based increase. Our comprehensive benefits package includes medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan, paid time off, and access to additional voluntary programs. The posted salary range reflects the base pay range for this position.
- $50,000 - $65,000/year
