Legal Assistant

Our client is looking for a highly professional Legal Assistant for their Greenwich, CT office. This role supports attorneys in high-stakes litigation and residential real estate matters, including client-facing responsibilities. This in-person role is ideal for a candidate with executive presence, strong organizational skills, and experience interacting with high-net-worth or sensitive clients. You will provide essential support in managing case files, coordinating closings, preparing legal documents, and ensuring seamless communication with clients, opposing counsel, and other parties.Responsibilities:Prepare and manage case and real estate files, maintaining detailed checklists, timelines, and documentationDraft, review, and organize contracts, closing documents, pleadings, discovery, and correspondenceCoordinate residential real estate closings, including scheduling, preparing closing packages, and ensuring timely delivery of final documentsAssist with litigation support, including drafting motions, discovery responses, subpoenas, and other court documentsOrder and review title searches, lien payoffs, surveys, and homeowners’ association documents; assist in resolving any issuesCommunicate professionally with clients, opposing counsel, lenders, realtors, and other parties, often interacting directly with high-profile clientsPerform administrative tasks efficiently to support case and transaction managementMaintain accurate time and case records in accordance with firm policiesHandle sensitive and confidential matters with discretion and professionalismQualifications:5+ years of experience supporting attorneys in residential real estate and/or litigation; Connecticut experience preferredDemonstrated experience interacting with high-net-worth or sensitive clientsExperience preparing and submitting court filings in Connecticut is a plusProficiency in MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) and familiarity with legal case management software preferredKnowledge of residential real estate closings, litigation procedures, and general legal document preparationExcellent organizational skills and ability to manage multiple matters while meeting deadlinesExceptional written and verbal communication skillsAbility to work independently while contributing to a collaborative, team-oriented environmentFlexibility to work extended hours when needed to meet deadlines