Administrative/Legal Assistant

Throughout New York City, clients turn to the experienced lawyers of the Grimaldi Yeung Law Group. We are a full-service Elder Law firm located in Park Slope, Brooklyn, helping clients maximize their options in planning for the pre-and post-retirement years. Our peer-recognized attorneys provide the legal insight clients can depend on when considering their options for the future.

We are seeking a full-time in person self-motivated, quick learning Administrative/Legal Assistant. This position includes assisting the Administrative Department with phone calls, scheduling appointments, managing the calendar for the office/staff, preparing retainer agreements, scanning/copying and other general office support. The responsibilities also include, when needed support in the other departments on case files, drafting correspondence and legal documents.

The Administrative/Legal Assistant must be organized and able to meet deadlines in a fast-paced office.

Apply using the provided link. Direct contact with the company is not permitted.

• Client Intake processing.
• Calendar management.
• Scanning, copying, document management.
• Retainer drafting and other typing assignments.
• Ensuring cases are being handled in a timely manner, meeting deadlines.
• Communicating with clients and other staff in a professional and courteous manner.
• Provide administrative support to attorneys, paralegals and other staff members.
• Tracking case progress and communicating status to attorneys as needed.
• Assist with drafting and reviewing legal documents.

Ensure compliance with legal and ethical guidelines, including client confidentiality.

• 2+ years of experience in an administrative support role
• Associate or bachelor's degree preferred.
• Knowledge of Word and Excel is required.
• Type 50wpm.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to multitask.
• Must be able to work independently along with firm support staff.
• Notary (preferred but not required)

***This is NOT A REMOTE POSTION***

Ability to commute/relocate:

• BROOKLYN, New York 11232: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
• Apply using the provided link. Direct contact with the company is not permitted.

Hourly rate: $22–$25 during a 3-month probationary period. Upon successful completion, the position will transition to a salaried role. The probation period may be extended if additional training is deemed necessary.

• Medical and dental benefits
• Vacation and personal leave
• Employee retirement plan
• Maternity leave benefits 

Effective 09/17/2023 NYC passed a Pay Transparency Law which requires NYC based hiring to include a compensation range on each job posting. This compensation range is presented in good faith for candidates that are hired in these roles will be presented a salary within the range stated on the job posting.