Legal Secretary - Matrimonial & Family Law

Office Location: Albany, New YorkWork Schedule: This role has hybrid flexibility, allowing 1 remote day per week based on business needs.Compensation Range: $48,000 - $58,000 annuallyWe are currently seeking a Legal Secretary to work with our Matrimonial & Family Law Practice Group.

The Role:

You will provide legal administrative support in a team-oriented environment including:

• Interacting with clients, opposing counsel, witnesses, and court personnel via phone and email.
• Preparing and submitting documents to courts, including electronic filing (e-filing).
• Coordinating appointments, depositions, hearings, and other meetings for lawyers and clients.

Skills Needed for Success:

• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and adjust to changing priorities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Accuracy in document preparation and record-keeping.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritize effectively, and meet deadlines.

Required:

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook)        
• Proficiency with filing documents electronically through CM/ECF and NYS E-Court websites
• Accuracy in document preparation and record-keeping.
• High-school diploma or equivalent
• 5+ years of litigation experience
• Experience in matrimonial and family law (strongly preferred)
• Overtime flexibility

Why Whiteman Osterman & Hanna LLP?:

A generous benefit offering package including:

• Medical
• Dental
• 401(k) with company match and profit-sharing options
• Generous time off package
• Corporate discounts to various businesses
• Opportunities to support and be active in the community
• And more!

Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis. Please contact [email protected] with any questions. Whiteman Osterman & Hanna LLP is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to a work environment that supports, inspires, and respects all individuals, and in which employment decisions are merit-based and made without discrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, gender or sex, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, religion, pregnancy, protected activity, veteran status, marital status, citizenship, genetic information, predisposition or carrier status, or any other characteristic protected by law.