Legal Administrative Assistant
Build My Great Team
Garden City South, new york
Job Details
Full-time
Full Job Description
Samuelson Hause, PLLC a boutique law firm in Garden City, Long Island, focusing on matrimonial and family law. Our small team consists of four attorneys, a law clerk, and two legal assistants. We pride ourselves on fostering a congenial work environment where collaboration and fun go hand-in-hand. We approach cases with enthusiasm, helping clients rebuild emotionally and financially after divorce. We value work-life balance—overtime is rare—and we maintain a positive office culture, including firm lunches twice a month. We are willing to train the right person.
We are looking to welcome a Legal Administrative Assistant to our team. We are open to both full-time or part-time schedules. For full-time, you can choose a Monday–Thursday or Monday–Friday schedule. If part-time fits your needs better, we are offering Thursdays and Fridays.
About You
- You bring 2+ years of law firm experience and have a strong interest in divorce law and the legal field.
- Your warm and caring demeanor puts clients at ease.
- You have excellent attention to detail and strong written and verbal communication skills.
- You enjoy learning, are curious, and have a positive outlook on life.
- You are seeking a career in a supportive environment—not just a job.
- You are compassionate, customer-service oriented, and genuinely interested in helping others.
Responsibilities
- Greet clients and answer phone calls
- Schedule appointments
- Manage filing, copying, and general office tasks
- Enter time slips and assist with data entry
- Review financial statements
- Prepare legal documents such as pleadings, net worth statements, discovery, motions, agreements, and divorce packets
- Order office supplies
- Renew equipment leases and office-related contracts
Requirements
- 2+ years of experience as a legal assistant and customer service experience, a plus
- Associate degree or higher preferred
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel)
- Familiarity with WordPerfect
- Experience with eCourt filing preferred
- Ability to use Timeslips for attorney time entry preferred
Benefits
- Competitive salary: $40,000–$80,000, based on experience
- Bonus potential
- 401(k) plan with a 3% contribution, with the potential for up to 6%
- Paid time off: 15 vacation/personal days and 12 holidays
- Parking provided at our convenient location
- Summer Fridays: Firm closes at 2:30 p.m.
*Waiting period may apply. Benefits are subject to change without notice.
How to Apply
To apply, please submit:
- A detailed resume
- A cover letter explaining why you are the best fit for this role and why you are searching for a new position.
Subject line: Include reference PTTR.
No direct or agency inquiries, please.
We will reach out to all applicants we think are a match for this opportunity.
For more information about us, please visit our website at www.SamuelsonHause.net.