Legal Assistant, New York

One of the most prestigious Law Firm conglomerate's now seeks Legal Assistants and/or Paralegals for expanding division. Seeking degreed entry level through 2 years diversified legal assistant or paralegalexpertise. The ideal candidate must be detail oriented and very organized with the ability to support, interface and communicate with high-powered attorneys/partners with the ability to discuss cases and projects. Analyze and research statutes, regulations, legal articles, judicial decisions, and other legalsources; provide written analysis to attorneys. Develop and maintain records on specific cases. Draft legal documents including routine pleadings and motions, affidavits, and interrogatories; files motions and pleadings according to judicial procedures. Interview clients and witnesses and prepare summaries of their statements. Prepare, organize, store, and retrieves case files, which may include evidence, exhibits, depositions, pleadings, exhibits, and other items. Handle attorney calendar and meeting agendas. Coordinate attorney schedules and court dates as well as all internal conferences. Involved in special projects encompassing specific cases. Must have strong analytical, interpersonal, communication and writing skills. Familiarity with legal terminology, principles, research methodologies, and court procedures is a plus. MS Suite.