Jobs in Plainview New York

About the Role:

We are seeking a seasoned Legal Secretary with extensive experience in commercial litigation to provide dedicated support to a senior litigation partner billing 3,000+ hours annually. This is a high-profile 1:1 assignment requiring exceptional organizational skills, discretion, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, demanding environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage complex litigation calendars, deadlines, and correspondence with precision
• Draft, format, and proofread legal documents, pleadings, discovery materials, and correspondence
• Coordinate with clients, opposing counsel, court personnel, and internal teams professionally and efficiently
• Prepare and maintain case files and litigation databases with meticulous attention to detail
• Handle billing preparation and track partners’ time effectively
• Support the partner with trial preparation, conduct research, and document management as needed
• Willingness to work overtime during peak times to meet demanding deadlines

Qualifications:

• Minimum of several years of commercial litigation secretarial experience supporting senior partners
• Deep understanding of litigation processes and legal terminology
• Exceptional proofreading, communication, and organizational skills
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite and legal practice management software
• Ability to multitask and maintain composure under pressure
• High level of professionalism, discretion, and confidentiality

Salary and Other Compensation:

The base salary for this position is between $80,000 – $110,000 annually. Factors which may affect pay within this range include geography/market, skills, education, experience, and other qualifications of the successful candidate.

Benefits:

• Bonus Program
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off

Company Description

Samaan Sheehy & Gillespie, LLP (SSG) is a full-service law firm that has been providing high-quality legal representation for over two decades. The firm serves a diverse clientele, including leading businesses, insurance companies, construction companies, developers, sureties, and individuals. SSG specializes in supporting industries such as construction and healthcare, addressing their unique legal needs. With a commitment to excellence, SSG is recognized for its effective and high-caliber services.

Role Description

This is a full-time role for a Legal Secretary Assistant based in East Meadow, NY. The Legal Secretary Assistant will be responsible for supporting attorneys through preparing legal documents, organizing and maintaining legal files and documents, performing clerical tasks, including answering phone calls, taking messages and managing emails, proofreading legal documents for accuracy and completeness. Hybrid work permitted one day a week.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a legal secretary or in a similar role.
• Detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
• Proficiency in MS Office and legal software.
• Strong understanding of legal practices, including proficiency in legal document preparation and support for legal assistants
• Excellent clerical and organizational skills, including document management and scheduling
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills for effective client and team interaction
• Proficiency in Timeslips a plus.
• General liability/litigation experience a plus.

Project Recruit has partnered with a top-rated regional, multidisciplinary law firm known for its exceptional culture, collaborative environment, and supportive leadership. The firm provides a permanent hybrid schedule (three days in-office, two days remote), meaningful mentorship, and an emphasis on long-term professional growth. Community involvement is a cornerstone of the firm, with pro bono service and corporate social responsibility integral to its mission.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Representing and counseling fiduciaries and beneficiaries in contested probate, accountings, and all other manner of estate, trust, and fiduciary litigation.
• Working closely with attorneys and paralegals on uncontested probate, administration, and accountings.
• If interested, an opportunity to work on estate planning and drafting wills, trusts, and related estate planning documents.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum of six years’ experience in trusts and estates or commercial litigation, with a decided interest in fiduciary litigation
• Desire to learn from others and develop trusts and estates litigation, negotiation, and administration knowledge and skills
• Admitted to practice law in the state of New York

A well-established and highly regarded law firm in Uniondale, NY is seeking a Senior Real Estate Attorney to join its growing real estate practice. The ideal candidate will be a highly experienced real estate attorney with a strong background in commercial acquisitions, dispositions, and financings, as well as joint venture agreements. This individual will be expected to take ownership of sophisticated transactions and provide strategic guidance to clients.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage complex commercial real estate acquisitions and dispositions from start to finish
• Handle commercial financing transactions, including lender and borrower-side representation
• Draft, review, and negotiate joint venture agreements and related documents
• Conduct and oversee due diligence processes
• Advise clients on structuring and negotiating real estate transactions
• Collaborate with internal teams and external stakeholders to ensure efficient deal execution

Qualifications

• 15+ years of experience in commercial real estate law
• Extensive experience handling complex acquisition, disposition, and financing transactions
• Strong background drafting and negotiating joint venture agreements
• Exceptional drafting and writing skills
• Proven ability to take initiative and manage matters independently
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to delivering high-quality work
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative, team-oriented environment
• Admission to the New York Bar required

Compensation

The annual salary for this position is between $180,000 – $250,000. Factors which may affect pay within this range may include geography/market, skills, education, experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package
• Collegial and supportive work environment
• Opportunity to work on sophisticated, high-value transactions

Job description

Alber Firm P.C. is expanding its trial-ready matrimonial and criminal litigation platform across Suffolk County, we are seeking, Divorce/ Family lawyers' Senior Criminal and Civil Litigators, to join in leadership roles.

This opportunity is for attorneys with strong courtroom expertise and independent case management skills. Portable business is not required — what matters is your ability to manage complex litigation and contribute to firm leadership.

What We Offer:

· Established and consistent case flows across multiple regions

· Infrastructure and support staff to handle trial-ready matters immediately

· Leadership opportunities and input in firm strategy and growth

· Autonomy in case management

· Partnership track or senior-level role discussions

Ideal Candidate:

· Admitted to the New York Bar

· 3+ years litigation experience in matrimonial and/or criminal law

· First-chair trial experience preferred

· Strong courtroom presence and negotiation skills

· Comfortable leading complex litigation independently

Regional Opportunities:

Our offices and cases span the New York Metro Area.

Next Steps:

For a confidential conversation regarding senior or partner-level opportunities, please connect with:

Joseph Diamond Chief Operating Officer, Alber Firm P.C.

Industry

Now Hiring: Construction Associate | Long Island, NY

A well-established Long Island law firm is seeking a junior to mid-level Construction Associate to join its rapidly growing Construction Law Department.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a lean, dynamic team where associates are given meaningful responsibility early, the ability to work across a broad range of matters, and mentorship from experienced partners.

What You'll Work On

• Managing construction litigation matters in both state and federal courts

• Conducting discovery, motion practice, depositions, and court appearances

• Negotiating and formalizing construction-related transactions

• Performing compliance and due diligence work for industry clients

• Working closely with partners and clients in a collaborative, hands-on environment

Ideal Candidate

• Junior–Mid Level Associate with litigation experience

• Background handling discovery, depositions, and motion practice

• Familiarity with New York Construction Law (Lien Law, prompt payment provisions, public/private contracting) is a plus

• Strong communication, teamwork, and organizational skills

• Comfortable working in a fast-paced practice with early responsibility

Salary: Up to $275K, depending on experience.

This role offers the chance to gain substantial hands-on experience, develop litigation skills, and grow within a collaborative construction practice.

Hurwitz Fine P.C., one of the 10 largest and fastest growing law firms in Buffalo, NY, is seeking a Litigation Attorney for our general litigation team in our Melville, NY office. Practice areas will include defense of a variety of personal injury and other tort claims, including auto, premises, products liability and municipal matters. Qualified candidates should have at least 3 years of litigation experience. The successful candidate for this position will have excellent writing, communication and analytical skills. We are committed to growing our firm with high caliber attorneys, and offer competitive benefits, a diverse environment, mentorship and growth opportunities, and encourage community involvement.

Submit resume and writing sample to Hurwitz Fine P.C., Attn: Susan Ruhland, Director of Human Resources, 1300 Liberty Building, Buffalo, New York 14202 or fax to 716-332-7411 or email to

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Profit Sharing Plan
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending accounts
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Bonus programs
• Vision insurance

Hurwitz Fine P.C. is committed to equal employment opportunity. We will not discriminate against employees or qualified applicants for employment based on: race, creed, color, national origin, gender/sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and/or expression and sexual orientation), age, disability, marital status, religion, predisposing genetic characteristic, military or veteran status, domestic violence victim status or any other status prohibited by federal, state or local law. In addition, Hurwitz Fine P.C. will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.

Company Description

Leitner Varughese Warywoda is a highly acclaimed trial law firm, recognized as a Top Personal Injury Firm in New York. Our award-winning team specializes in complex lawsuits involving serious injuries and wrongful deaths, achieving over $250 million in client recoveries in recent years. With a focus on cases such as nursing home neglect, medical malpractice, construction accidents, and other serious accidents, we have secured some of the largest jury verdicts and settlements in New York. Our attorneys are committed to delivering dedicated representation and innovative legal strategies to secure justice for victims.

Role Description

Leitner Warywoda is seeking two (2) experienced Litigation Paralegals for full-time, on-site positions in Huntington Village, NY. Our firm focuses on nursing home negligence, construction accidents, malpractice, serious vehicular accidents, and wrongful death litigation throughout New York. We are looking for motivated professionals who can work closely with attorneys in managing all aspects of litigation from case intake through trial.

Key Responsibilities:

• Drafting and preparing legal documents, including pleadings, motions, and discovery

• Managing case files and litigation calendars

• Preparing and organizing exhibits for motion practice and trial

• Reviewing medical records and preparing medical chronologies

• Assisting with depositions, expert disclosures, and trial preparation

• Filing documents through NYSCEF and maintaining court compliance

Qualifications

• Proficiency in Legal Document Preparation and Document Review.
• Strong knowledge of New York court procedures and NYSCEF filings
• Excellent organizational and writing skills
• Ability to manage multiple cases in a fast-paced litigation environment
• Prior experience in personal injury, wrongful death, or related legal areas is highly desirable.

Hurwitz Fine P.C., one of the 10 largest and fastest growing law firms in Buffalo, NY, is seeking an Insurance Coverage Attorney for our Melville, NY Coverage teams. Qualified candidates should have at least 5 years of experience in:

• Experience in policy interpretation and insurance coverage analysis
• First party property policies and/or homeowners policies
• Commercial General Liability policies
• Directors & Officers Policies
• Environment/Pollution Policies
• Construction Defect/Builders Risk Policies
• Litigation of Coverage Disputes involving application of exclusions
• Litigation of Coverage Disputes involving application of "other insurance/priority of coverage"
• Litigation of Coverage Disputes involving the scope and breadth of add'l insured provisions.

The successful candidate for this position will have excellent writing, communication and analytical skills. We are committed to growing our firm with high caliber attorneys, and offer competitive benefits, a diverse environment, mentorship and growth opportunities, and encourage community involvement.

Submit resume and writing sample to Hurwitz Fine P.C., Attn: Susan Ruhland, Director of Human Resources, 1300 Liberty Building, Buffalo, New York 14202 or fax to 716-332-7411 or email to

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Profit Sharing Plan
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending accounts
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Bonus programs
• Vision insurance

Hurwitz Fine P.C. is committed to equal employment opportunity. We will not discriminate against employees or qualified applicants for employment based on: race, creed, color, national origin, gender/sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and/or expression and sexual orientation), age, disability, marital status, religion, predisposing genetic characteristic, military or veteran status, domestic violence victim status or any other status prohibited by federal, state or local law. In addition, Hurwitz Fine P.C. will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.

Hurwitz Fine P.C. is expanding and is currently seeking an experienced Litigation Legal Assistant to join our team in our Melville, NY office.

Duties include:

• Providing high quality administrative and legal litigation secretarial support in a timely manner.
• Assist with the preparation of legal documents.
• Client communication.

Qualifications:

• Associates degree in business administration or related field.
• At least three years of litigation legal assistant experience.
• Commensurate combination of education and experience will be considered.
• Highly proficient in Microsoft Office and ability to work with legal technology such as (NYSCEF and Federal court ECF, transcription software, digital dictation equipment, etc.)
• Must be self-motivated, self-starter and be able to work independently.
• High level of dependability in completing assigned tasks and following through on assignments.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Must be able to multi-task.
• Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Profit Sharing Plan
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending accounts
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Referral bonus program
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

The successful candidate must have at least three years of litigation legal assistant experience. Must have strong attention to detail, and be able to work in a fast paced environment. A professional demeanor and team player is essential. This is an in-house position in our Melville, NY office.

Great benefits and competitive salary. Submit resume and salary requirements to: Hurwitz Fine P.C., Attn: Susan Ruhland, 1300 Liberty Building, Buffalo, New York 14202 or fax to 716-332-7411 or email to

Hurwitz Fine P.C. is committed to equal employment opportunity. We will not discriminate against employees or qualified applicants for employment based on: race, creed, color, national origin, gender/sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and/or expression and sexual orientation), age, disability, marital status, religion, predisposing genetic characteristic, military or veteran status, domestic violence victim status or any other status prohibited by federal, state or local law. In addition, Hurwitz Fine P.C. will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.

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