Executive Legal Assistant
Buffalo, NY US
Job Description
Our client is a respected litigation law firm in Buffalo, NY, seeking a highly professional and experienced Executive Assistant to support a Senior Partner. This role requires exceptional discretion, strong organizational skills, and a background in litigation legal support. The Executive Assistant will be the right hand to the Senior Partner handling sensitive matters, scheduling high-level commitments, and interacting with key clients.
Key Responsibilities:
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Provide direct administrative and executive support to the Managing Partner
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Maintain a complex calendar and coordinate board-level meetings and commitments
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Manage confidential information with the highest level of discretion
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Prepare and organize litigation documents and case files as needed
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Communicate professionally with high-profile clients and stakeholders
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Coordinate travel arrangements, meeting logistics, and correspondence
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Ensure deadlines are met and day-to-day operations run smoothly for the Managing Partner
Requirements:
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Minimum 3 years of experience in litigation legal support
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Proven ability to handle confidential matters with discretion
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Exceptional organizational, written, and verbal communication skills
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Professional demeanor and ability to interact with C-level clients
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Proficiency in legal document management and calendaring systems
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Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment
Work Environment:
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Based in-office in Buffalo, NY
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Some flexibility to occasionally work from home.
The base salary range for this role is $65, 000 to $80, 000. This base salary range represents the low and high end of the base salary range for this position. The actual base salary offered will vary based on various factors and may go higher based on exceptional experience.
Full time, Monday- Friday - 8: 30-4: 30
Benefits:
Medical Insurance
Dental
Vision
Life and AD & D Insurance
LTD Insurance
Voluntary Short Term Disability
Voluntary Life Insurance
Voluntary Child Life Insurance
Voluntary Spouse Life Insurance
Flexible Spending accounts Medical, Dependent Care, Transit/Commuter
401(k) Plan
Profit Sharing
Pet Insurance
Meet Your Recruiter
Peggy Koch
Vice President, National Recruiter
Peggy joined our staff in 2020 bringing 15 years of recruiting experience, and 20+ years of solid experience to the DCM team! In addition to her degree in Marketing from SUNY Alfred State, she has a demonstrated history in successful placements in the areas of Marketing, Legal, Human Resources, Medical, Accounting/Finance and Engineering. Peggy prides herself on working tirelessly to help clients and candidates alike find a great fit for their businesses and careers. Taking her passion for recruitment outside of the workplace, Peggy has used her volunteer time to speak at local colleges to help student-candidates early on in their careers with critical skills for future success such as guidance on creating a solid resume, conducting a successful job search, and the all-important interview preparation.
When not working hard recruiting, Peggy enjoys traveling and exploring new places, gardening, and baking.