Legal Assistant/Receptionist

Join Barry McTiernan & Moore as a full-time Legal Assistant/Receptionist in Prince, Manhattan. We are a long-established defense litigation firm seeking a professional who excels at balancing front-desk responsibilities with substantive legal support in a dynamic, fast-paced practice environment.

About the Role

We represent Fortune 500 companies and their insurance carriers in complex, high-exposure litigation across general liability, negligence, premises liability, products liability, New York State Labor Law, and related defense matters. As our Legal Assistant/Receptionist, you'll serve as the professional front line for clients, opposing counsel, and court personnel, while simultaneously delivering critical behind-the-scenes support to our litigation teams.

What You'll Do

• Greet and direct visitors, manage incoming calls, and provide polished customer service to external clients and stakeholders
• Maintain and coordinate attorney calendars, schedule depositions and court appearances, and oversee conference room logistics
• Draft and proofread legal correspondence, pleadings, discovery requests, and other case documents
• Organize and maintain client files, ensuring strict confidentiality and proper document management protocols
• Support trial preparation by assembling exhibits, tracking court deadlines, and coordinating case materials
• Handle general office administration including appointments, billing coordination, and vendor management

What We're Looking For

• Proven experience in a legal or corporate reception and administrative role
• Strong command of legal terminology and experience preparing litigation documents
• Excellent organizational abilities with capacity to manage multiple priorities simultaneously
• Professional written and verbal communication skills appropriate for client-facing interactions
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and legal case management systems
• Exceptional attention to detail, discretion, and dedication to confidentiality

About Barry McTiernan & Moore

Since 1930, Barry McTiernan & Moore has built a reputation as a premier defense litigation practice, defending complex, high-stakes matters for major corporations across multiple practice areas. Our full-service approach and deep litigation expertise make us a trusted partner for Fortune 500 clients nationwide.

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