Legal Assistant – Aviation

Clyde & Co

. Provide legal and administrative support to a team of attorneys.

Posted 10/14/2026full-timeNew York City • New York • United StatesSeniorLead💰 $90,000 - $98,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive experience in legal support, including proficiency in e-filing with state and federal courts, and the ability to manage complex legal documents and administrative tasks efficiently. Strong organizational and communication skills are essential for maintaining case files and supporting attorneys effectively.

Highest-signal resume keywords

10+ Years Legal Assistant ExperienceE-Filing With State And Federal CourtsFilesite Or IManage Filing SystemsIntermediate Microsoft Office ProficiencyExceptional Attention To Detail

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Hard Skills

Legal Document PreparationProofreadingCalendar ManagementTrial PreparationBilling And Invoicing

Soft Skills

Strong Writing SkillsOrganizational SkillsInterpersonal SkillsCreative Problem SolvingTeamwork Skills

Tools & Technologies

Electronic Court Filing SystemsMicrosoft WordMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft PowerPoint

Industry Keywords

Civil Court ProceduresFederal Court ProceduresConfidential Information HandlingLegal Administrative Support

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide legal and administrative support to a team of attorneys.
Create, prepare, proofread, and amend high-volume complex legal documents, pleadings, letters, and emails.
Prepare tables of contents and tables of authorities.
File pleadings with state and federal courts using electronic court filing systems and other means.
Maintain calendars for hearings, briefing schedules, discovery deadlines, depositions, and meetings.
Apply knowledge of civil and federal court filing deadlines, court rules, and procedures.
Prepare for and assist in trials.
Assist paralegals in organizing case files and maintaining records.
Arrange travel, including car, hotel, and airfare reservations.
Complete attorney monthly expenses for accounting.
Perform administrative work including billing, correspondence, invoices, and client reporting.

Requirements

What you’ll need

10+ years of prior experience as a legal assistant or secretary.
Must have experience filing with state and federal courts.
Knowledge in e-filing in the collar counties.
Previous experience with Filesite or iManage filing systems.
Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Exceptional attention to detail and high proficiency in proofreading.
Strong writing, researching, organizational, interpersonal, communication, and teamwork skills.
Ability to think ahead and follow written and verbal instructions.
Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
Creative problem solver who takes initiative with minimal supervision.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Hybrid Work Flexibility – Enjoy a perfect balance between remote and in-office work.
Paid Time Off – Generous paid time off and firm holidays.
Referral Rewards – Earn bonuses for introducing talented colleagues to our team.
Mentorship & Career Growth – Access strong mentorship, global training programs, and career development support.
Engaging Culture – Participate in exciting social events, volunteer and community service initiatives, and professional development opportunities.
Inclusive Parental Leave – Six months fully paid, for all parents regardless of gender or path to parenthood.
Wellbeing Benefits – $300 per calendar year for a variety of wellness activities as well as Wellbeing Day dedicated to you, free from work, to focus on your mental, physical, and emotional health.
Comprehensive Health Benefits – Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability, for you and your family.
Retirement Benefits – Starts on day one and 100% vested.