Legal Assistant

Are you looking for:

A firm where your work is substantive, your contributions are valued, and your growth is supported?

A stable, people-focused workplace with long-tenured colleagues, accessible leadership, and a year-end bonus opportunity?

Strong benefits from day one and a culture that respects your life outside the office?

Let Us Introduce Ourselves

Lippes Mathias is one of the nation's 200 largest law firms, with 400 professionals across 17 offices nationwide, including 230 attorneys. We've built a full-service business law practice with a national footprint and deep roots in each community we serve by investing in people who want to grow alongside the firm.

Joining our team means stepping into a culture that prioritizes accessible leadership, meaningful growth opportunities, and a work environment that respects your life outside the office. Support for our employees is something we take very seriously. In fact, "supportive" was the top word our employees used to describe our work environment on a recent anonymous survey.

We recognize that our firm would grind to a halt without the steadfast work of professionals like you, and that's why we've made it our commitment to cultivate and maintain an environment where you feel seen and supported. You'll work as a member of a team, not just for one.

If you're considering a move and wondering whether it's worth it, we'd like to make the case that it is. If you've been looking for a firm where the quality of the culture is surpassed only by the quality of the work, you may have found it.

Why You'll Love Working Here

We offer competitive pay, a year-end bonus opportunity, and a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

Medical, dental & vision, beginning your first month

Immediate eligibility for 401(k) and profit-sharing plan

Paid parental leave

Long-term disability (firm-paid)

Life/AD&D insurance

For roles at our downtown locations, firm-arranged parking is available. We also keep the break room stocked with complimentary snacks and beverages.

About the Role

We are seeking a determined, hard-working Legal Assistant with superior organizational skills to support the several attorneys in the Syracuse office.

What You'll Do

Manage calendars, schedule meetings, and arrange meeting logistics for multiple attorneys

Create, maintain, and organize electronic files

Prepare transmittal cover letters and client emails

Save, print, and file document submissions

Proofread and edit lengthy documents

Review attorneys’ monthly invoices for accuracy

Interact comfortably and maintain strong relationships with clients

Prepare firm memoranda to open new matters

Court Filings, including Federal, State and Local

Assisting with drafting, formatting and proofreading of legal documents, such as briefs and pleadings

Word processing

Provide other clerical support as needed

What We're Looking For

Associate degree; paralegal certificate from an ABA-approved program preferred

2+ years of relevant legal experience

Proficiency in Office365, Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook

Strong organizational skills and attention to detail

Ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment

Professional written and verbal communication skills

Experience with a case management software such as ProLaw or iManage

Experience with eSignature software such as Docusign

Ability to handle confidential information with discretion

Compensation

Salary range: $24-$28/hour. This is a good-faith estimate for the position based on location and minimum criteria. Actual compensation may vary based on experience and other job-related factors as permitted by law.

To learn more about Lippes Mathias, visit our recruiting website: https://www.lippescareers.com/