Carmody is seeking an experienced Legal Assistant to join the firm’s Real Estate & Land Use team in the Stamford office. Carmody’s Land Use team counsels clients on all aspects of zoning and permitting, works with development teams, and represents clients in front of municipal boards and state agencies, litigating zoning issues and representing clients in appeals. This position supports the delivery of quality client services by providing administrative support to attorneys working in these complex and exciting areas.

 

Skill Requirements:

• Ability to efficiently manage multiple assignments, calendars and scheduling for multiple attorneys
• Ability to act as a liaison between Land Use team members, clients and municipalities while demonstrating a high level of professionalism and customer service
• Ability to take initiative and solve problems
• Team-oriented and willing to assist the Land Use team with any requests
• Ability to manage assignments through completion with high level of organization
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Strong attention to detail, including formatting documents, proofreading and redlining
• Proficiency with all Microsoft Office applications, including PowerPoint
• Experience tracking statutory deadlines and ensuring statutory notice requirements are met
• Stay up-to-date on municipality news and update team as applicable

 

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working with busy attorneys, executives or C-Suite level clients
• At least 3 years’ experience supporting multiple high-level executives and/or attorneys
• Working knowledge of LMS+ timekeeping software
• Working knowledge of Worldox or other document management system

To be considered for this position, please submit a cover letter and resume to recruit@carmodylaw.com