Legal Secretary

New York City Metro Area, New York


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Type: Contract

Category: Administrative

Reference ID: 10068982

Shortcut: http://addisongroup.gosnaphop.com/7pmnB9


Job Title: Legal Secretary

Location (city, state): Queens, NY

Industry: Legal Non-Profit

Pay: $20.00 – $22.00 / Per Hour (depending on experience)


About Our Client

Addison Group is partnering with our client, a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting communities through a range of services, including legal assistance, health and wellness programs, and social support initiatives. Their mission focuses on improving quality of life and providing access to critical resources for underserved populations.


Job Description

The Legal Secretary will support attorneys and program staff by assisting with case coordination, client interaction, and administrative functions. This role involves a mix of legal support, client-facing responsibilities, and general office coordination in a fast-paced, service-oriented environment.


Key Responsibilities

  • Conduct intake conversations with clients in person or over the phone to gather information and assess needs
  • Provide general guidance and connect individuals to appropriate services or external resources when applicable
  • Assist with gathering documentation and conducting basic research to support casework
  • Prepare and organize case materials for attorneys and program staff
  • Support legal processes by drafting basic documents and assisting with administrative case tasks
  • Manage front desk responsibilities, including greeting visitors and directing inquiries appropriately
  • Respond to incoming calls and route messages to the appropriate team members
  • Maintain accurate case records, reports, and tracking data in accordance with internal requirements
  • Participate in team meetings, trainings, and community-related initiatives
  • Monitor client situations and escalate urgent matters to leadership as needed
  • Handle additional administrative and project-based tasks as assigned


Qualifications

Experience:

  • 1+ year of experience in a legal, administrative, or client-facing role
  • Interest or exposure to legal services or nonprofit work is a plus

Technical Skills:

  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

Soft Skills:

  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Professional and approachable demeanor
  • Ability to multitask and manage competing priorities
  • Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills

Education:

  • Bachelor’s degree preferred, but not required


Addison Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Addison Group provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Addison Group complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. Reasonable accommodation is available for qualified individuals with disabilities, upon request.

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