Legal Secretary

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Base pay range: $55,000 - $110,000 per year.

You are a highly motivated self‑starter looking to propel your career to the next level in a thriving and collegial professional environment.

Tarter Krinsky & Drogin LLP (TKD) is an entrepreneurial, growing, and highly supportive firm located in the heart of New York City. Our position as a mid‑size firm promotes a work environment that fosters relationship building inside and outside of the office. We care about each other, our clients, the work we do, and the communities in which we live. It’s the kind of environment where every employee can develop into their best professional selves, where everyone’s contributions matter, and where each employee makes a real difference right from the start.

TKD is a place to challenge, share ideas, and contribute your ideas and skills as part of an exceptional team. Each day holds an opportunity to make a real impact.

TKD is seeking a skilled and experienced Legal Secretary to join our International French Practice. This role is ideal for a proactive professional who thrives in a fast‑paced environment and is committed to delivering high‑quality legal administrative support. The successful candidate will provide personable, high‑touch assistance to attorneys and clients, contributing to a collaborative and professional workplace culture.

• Provide administrative support to multiple attorneys, including:
  • Word processing, filing, billing, invoice review, and time entry
  • Answering phones and managing daily mail
  • Scheduling meetings, conference rooms, and travel arrangements
  • Submitting expenses and maintaining calendars
  • Faxing and document management
  • Proofreading and formatting legal documents
  • CRM work and other business development research
• Foster strong relationships with attorneys, clients, colleagues, and guests
• Maintain professionalism and confidentiality in all interactions

• A minimum of three (3) years of recent experience as a legal secretary, executive assistant, or administrative professional in a legal setting
• High school Diploma or equivalent required
• Fluency in French (spoken and written) is required
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook), Adobe Acrobat, and legal document management systems
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, including proofreading
• Highly organized, detail‑oriented, and dependable
• Positive attitude with a team‑oriented mindset
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively
• Comfortable working with diverse clients and stakeholders
• Discreet and professional in handling confidential matters
• In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire

TKD is currently maintaining a hybrid schedule structured as Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays in‑office with alternating Mondays and the option to work remotely on Fridays.

We care about your professional and personal growth. Training and developing our team members are at the heart of everything we do. We are committed to cultivating development opportunities for you and helping you achieve your targeted career goals. The firm values your unique characteristics. We foster an inclusive and diverse environment where multiple perspectives are appreciated as we understand that our employees play an intricate role in the expansion and success of our firm.

The good‑faith base annual salary range for this position is a minimum $55,000 to a maximum of $110,000. Our generous benefits package includes medical, dental, vision insurance; 401(k), disability, life insurance, and Paid Time Off (PTO).

TKD is a pre‑eminent full‑service firm focused on serving middle‑market and larger business clients. We provide high‑quality personalized service based on our client’s goals. Our lawyers…