Legal Assistant - Corporate

The Buffalo office of Lippes Mathias LLP is seeking a Legal Assistant to join our Corporate team. The successful candidate will support the team in drafting and reviewing letters, exhibits and legal documents, and will be key to supporting the administrative functions of the group. The ideal candidate is highly organized, quick to learn, and has strong proofreading skills.


Responsibilities will include:

Prepare memoranda to open new matters
Assist in the drafting, formatting, and proofreading of legal documents
Assist with calendaring critical dates
Create and maintain schedules for client meetings
Create, maintain and organize electronic and hard copy files
Prepare transmittal cover letters
Save, print, and file document submissions
Prepare and track delivery requests as needed
Create accounting bills and expense reports as needed
Maintain closed files

Our ideal Legal Assistant will have:

At least 2 years of experience in a law firm environment, preferably corporate transactional.
Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Outlook, and Excel
Working knowledge of ProLaw or similar document management systems
Experience with editing, revising, and drafting legal documents
Exemplary organizational skills and keen attention to detail
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Accurate typing speed of 65+ wpm
Ability to multitask and to complete projects with little direction
Ability to use discretion and handle confidential information
Ability to meet deadlines and produce high quality work products

Salary range depending on experience: $20-$24/hour


The pay range provided in this listing is a good faith estimate for this position based on the location that we are hiring for. Criteria included but not limited to, skill level, education, and experience, will determine where a candidate falls within the range.


Founded in 1965 in Buffalo, New York, Lippes Mathias is a full-service law firm with 17 offices and nearly 220 attorneys. We grow and thrive every day by way of our unique culture, which puts a premium on collegiality, collaboration, and support for our employees at every turn. You’ll quickly notice that we approach law differently at Lippes Mathias—we think ahead and around corners for our myriad regional, national, and international clients in a range of different industries. Rather than providing endless options and choices, we serve as business partners to our clients, delivering them the answers to their legal questions that advance their business outcomes.


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


Along with competitive pay, as a full-time employee you are eligible for the following benefits:


Highmark BCBS PPO/POS plans > 4 medical plan options including 2 HDHP/HSA qualified plans
Dental plan (including orthodontic coverage)
Vision plan
Health Savings Account (HSA)
Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
Paid time off (PTO) inclusive of vacation, sick and personal leave
401(k) with guaranteed safe harbor contribution plus profit sharing
Term Life and AD&D
Short-term and long-term disability
Additional Voluntary benefits: Specified Disease, Hospital and Accident plans
Employee Assistance Program including mental health support
Legal work discount program