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Legal Assistant/ ParalegalAbrams Fensterman • New Hyde Park, NY, US
Legal Assistant / Paralegal

Legal Assistant / Paralegal

Abrams Fensterman • New Hyde Park, NY, US
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Job Description

Job Description

Salary : $55,000-$65,000

Legal Assistant / Paralegal

Our legal team is committed to providing each client with quality counsel, innovative solutions, and personalized service. Founded in 2000, the firm offers the legal expertise of its 115-plus attorneys, who have accumulated experience and problem-solving skills over decades of practice.

We are a vibrant, busy, and growing full-service law firm looking to increase its talented ranks of professional staff by adding a Legal Assistant / Paralegal with a demonstrated interest and experience of 3-5 years in an administrative capacity. This role will provide support to our Mental Health and Hygiene team in Lake Success.

Key Responsibilities :

  • Drafting litigation documents including, motions, orders, and post-judgment work.
  • Drafting correspondence, responses according to judicial procedures, and other related documents.
  • Preparing and maintaining files in both paper and electronic forms.
  • Maintain detailed calendars in Outlook, scheduling and coordinating internal and external meetings, as necessary.
  • Knowledge of Guardianship pleadings and proceedings, helpful
  • Manage administrative duties including but not limited to arranging conference calls, meetings, creating and maintaining paper and electronic files, miscellaneous photocopying, scanning, and printing requests.
  • Create, edit, format, and proofread letters, memos, and other documents using Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.
  • Request conflict checks, open new client matters, and submit electronic approvals, as needed.
  • Liaise directly with clients and third parties through all phases of litigation and / or case resolution.
  • Taking phone calls / accurate messages for multiple attorneys as well as handling calendars.
  • Other ad hoc projects as needed.

Paralegal Requirements

  • Experience with drafting legal documents, through all phases of litigation, including discovery requests, RJIs, motions, stipulations, subpoenas, notices, and post-judgment papers.
  • Experience formatting briefs, and preparing exhibit books.
  • OCR documents.
  • Experience with filing court documents, including e-filing in both state and federal courts (NYSCEF and ECF)
  • Experience tracking court dates and deadlines.
  • Must be extremely organized and able to maintain a high case volume.
  • Eagerness to learn new skills.
  • Must be familiar with MS Office skills (including Excel and Outlook), Adobe, West Law, Centerbase, etc.
  • Excellent communication skills and a polished presentation are also needed.

    • Knowledge, Skills & Attributes

  • At least 3-5 years of experience providing administrative support in a law firm environment.
  • Paralegal Certificate is preferred.
  • Excellent client service and problem-solving skills.
  • Excellent organizational skills and detail-oriented.
  • Knowledge of Centerbase or equivalent law firm billing experience is preferred but not required.
  • Proactive and anticipatory.
  • Solid knowledge of computers and software applications (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
  • Ability to think clearly and work well under pressure in a busy environment.
  • Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively and cooperatively with all levels of staff within the office.

    • This role is based out of Lake Success, NY.

    Compensation : $55,000-$65,000

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    Legal Assistant Paralegal • New Hyde Park, NY, US