Legal Assistant

Purpose of Role:

Mandelbaum Barrett PC is looking for a highly professional Legal Assistant for our Greenwich, CT office. This role supports attorneys in high-stakes litigation and residential real estate matters, including client-facing responsibilities. This in-person role is ideal for a candidate with executive presence, strong organizational skills, and experience interacting with high-net-worth or sensitive clients. You will provide essential support in managing case files, coordinating closings, preparing legal documents, and ensuring seamless communication with clients, opposing counsel, and other parties. 

Responsibilities:

• Prepare and manage case and real estate files, maintaining detailed checklists, timelines, and documentation.
• Draft, review, and organize contracts, closing documents, pleadings, discovery, and correspondence.
• Coordinate residential real estate closings, including scheduling, preparing closing packages, and ensuring timely delivery of final documents.
• Assist with litigation support, including drafting motions, discovery responses, subpoenas, and other court documents.
• Order and review title searches, lien payoffs, surveys, and homeowners’ association documents; assist in resolving any issues.
• Communicate professionally with clients, opposing counsel, lenders, realtors, and other parties, often interacting directly with high-profile clients.
• Perform administrative tasks efficiently to support case and transaction management.
• Maintain accurate time and case records in accordance with firm policies.
• Handle sensitive and confidential matters with discretion and professionalism.

Qualifications:

• 5+ years of experience supporting attorneys in residential real estate and/or litigation; Connecticut experience preferred.
• Demonstrated experience interacting with high-net-worth or sensitive clients.
• Experience preparing and submitting court filings in Connecticut is a plus.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) and familiarity with legal case management software preferred.
• Knowledge of residential real estate closings, litigation procedures, and general legal document preparation.
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to manage multiple matters while meeting deadlines.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently while contributing to a collaborative, team-oriented environment.
• Flexibility to work extended hours when needed to meet deadlines.

Compensation & Benefits: This position offers a salary range of $80,000 - $95,000 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.