Entry Level Paralegal - Philadelphia

Friedman Vartolo LLP; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/dental/vision

Flex Spending Account

401k with match

Fitness reimbursement

Job summary

Friedman Vartolo LLP, a growing New York-based law firm with a Philadelphia office, seeks an entry‑level paralegal. You will draft motions and pleadings, file electronically, and manage client files with precision. The role requires strong organizational skills, detail orientation, and a proactive, deadline‑driven work ethic.

Training will be provided to grow within the firm. This entry-level opportunity offers a supportive environment, competitive hourly pay, and a full benefits package

Qualifications

• Superior organizational skills, research and writing ability.
• Attention to detail and accuracy in handling documents.
• Independent worker capable of meeting deadlines.
• Ability to manage a heavy workload and prioritize tasks.
• Confident communication over the phone with clients.
• Ability to work under pressure while maintaining quality.
• Strong time management and scheduling skills.

Responsibilities

• Draft documents such as motions, pleadings, correspondence and other legal papers.
• E-file with various court systems and portals.
• Record and maintain legal documents and filings.
• Maintain client and case files with accuracy and timeliness.
• Correspond with and update clients on case status.
• Maintain organized filing/document systems.
• Organize and manage calendars; adhere to legal deadlines.
• Archive documents related to completed and ongoing litigations.
• Prepare reports for attorney(s) and team.

Skills

Superior organizational skills

Detail oriented

Independent worker

Deadline driven

Confident on the phone

Works well under pressure

Excellent time management

Education

Bachelor's degree required

Job description

The Company

Friedman Vartolo LLP is a fast-growing, New York-based law firm specializing in real estate and default services, with over 300 employees providing top-tier legal services to our clients in seven states. While our legal expertise sets us apart, it's our mindset that drives us forward. We bring a fresh, fast-paced energy that drives our momentum and shapes how we approach every challenge.

We are a company that chooses to dig deeper, solving problems at the root instead of settling for surface fixes. Here, there are no passengers because every individual adds value, owns outcomes, and moves the firm forward. With an underdog mentality, we embrace constant elevation, always sharpening, always climbing, and never coasting. When challenges come, we row together and lean in as one team to get the job done, no matter what.

The Position

We are seeking an Entry-Level Paralegal to join our rapidly growing team. We're looking for bright, enthusiastic individuals, who will bring a strong work ethic and eagerness to grow alongside the firm.

Responsibilities

• Draft documents such as motions, pleadings, correspondence, and other legal documents.


• E-filing with various court systems.


• Document recording.


• Maintain client and case files.


• Correspond with and update clients.


• Maintain filing/document system.


• Organize and maintain the group's calendars, provide & adhere to legal deadlines.


• Organize and archive the documents related to completed and ongoing litigations.


• Prepare reports for attorney(s).

Qualifications

• Superior organizational skills, research, and writing skills.


• Detail oriented.


• Independent worker; Deadline driven.


• Able to manage a heavy workload.


• Confident and comfortable on the phone.


• Works well under pressure


• Excellent time management skills.


• Bachelor's degree required


• Internship experience a huge plus!

The firm is actively searching for applicants who are confident that they are capable of great things and is comfortable training intelligent individuals with limited prior experience.

Compensation/Benefits

This is an entry level position. Compensation is $18/hour. We also offer a full benefits package, including medical/dental/vision, Flex Spending Account, fitness reimbursement and 401k with match.

ADA Compliance

Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), it is the policy of Friedman Vartolo to provide reasonable accommodations when requested by a qualified applicant or candidate with a disability, unless such accommodation would cause an undue hardship for Friedman Vartolo. If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete a job application, pre-employment testing, a job interview or to otherwise participate in the hiring process, please contact Recruitment at [e-mail] to request an accommodations.

Location

This position is located in our Philadelphia office.

Salary: $18 per hour