Legal Assistant – Full-Time Position
📍 Location: On-site in White Plains, NY
💼 Full-Time | Entry-Level | Paid | Bilingual Preferred
Employer Information
Jennings Financial Advisory Corp.
Network Brokerage of Westchester, Inc.
📍 214 Mamaroneck Avenue, White Plains, NY 10601
📞 Phone: (914) 761-8600 | 📠 Fax: (914) 761-8671
📧 Email: Katherine Jennings – katherine.jennings@kjenningsgroup.com
Jennings Financial Advisory Corp. / Network Brokerage of Westchester, Inc. is a boutique, diversified firm offering a broad range of services including insurance, real estate, mortgages, professional tax preparation, legal services, and education. We are a one-stop shop for total financial security, where legal compliance and client advocacy are at the heart of our mission.
Position Overview
We are seeking a Full-Time Legal Assistant to support our growing legal team and operations. This role is ideal for recent JD or LLM graduates with an interest in gaining practical legal experience across multiple domains, including contract law, compliance, real estate law, insurance, employment law, and cybersecurity.
The position involves close collaboration with legal staff, clients, and our company President/CEO. This is a hands-on, in-office role offering exposure to real legal work and professional growth in a fast-paced, multidisciplinary environment.
Key Responsibilities
📝 Legal & Corporate Support
Draft, review, and maintain corporate, employment, and vendor contracts
Conduct legal research and prepare memoranda on various regulatory topics
Prepare letters of engagement, legal correspondence, NDAs, and handbooks
Support contract analysis, renewals, and compliance risk identification
Maintain and track corporate licenses and legal deadlines
🏢 Corporate & Regulatory Compliance
Assist in drafting and submitting regulatory filings and business registrations
Monitor compliance related to insurance, tax, real estate, and employment law
Maintain up-to-date internal compliance checklists and databases
👩💼 Human Resources Legal Support
Assist in drafting and reviewing employment agreements, handbooks, and HR policies
Support internal investigations, onboarding processes, and legal audits
Stay updated on employment law topics (FLSA, FMLA, ADA, Title VII)
🏠 Real Estate & Insurance Law
Assist with real estate transaction documentation and insurance claims processing
Draft and track documentation for mortgage compliance and real property regulations
💻 Technology & Cybersecurity Oversight
Support interoffice IT coordination and ensure basic cybersecurity practices are followed
Help resolve day-to-day technical issues and collaborate on digital legal systems
🤝 Client & Internal Communications
Interact with clients, senior management, and legal stakeholders professionally
Attend internal meetings and support the CEO and legal team directly
Provide summaries and documentation of business/legal meetings
Preferred Qualifications
JD or LLM from an accredited law school
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Strong legal research, organization, and administrative abilities
Proficient with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
Familiarity with or interest in real estate law, insurance, employment law, and compliance
Strong attention to detail and the ability to multitask
Bilingual (English/Spanish) highly preferred
Must be comfortable working on-site only (no remote work)
Compensation & Benefits
Competitive salary based on experience
Opportunities for long-term growth and cross-training in legal, business, and compliance areas
Health and dental benefits may be offered
Direct mentorship from in-house legal team and company leadership
Professional environment with real responsibility from day one
To Apply
Please submit the following to Katherine Jennings at katherine.jennings@kjenningsgroup.com:
Resume
Brief cover letter outlining your interest and qualifications
Your availability and earliest start date
Contact information (phone number and email)
Note any relevant technical skills or language proficiency (Spanish preferred)
📞 For any questions, contact Katherine Jennings directly at 914-761-8600.
Join a company where your legal skills will make an immediate impact in the real world. At Jennings Financial Advisory Corp., your work matters — and your growth is our priority.
We look forward to welcoming you to the team!