Junior Paralegal

Doyle, Finch & Rowe; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance.

401(k) with employer matching.

15 days of paid vacation plus sick lea

Paid parental leave.

Life and disability insurance.

Public transportation benefit.

Paralegal certificate and continuing-

Laptop and equipment for hybrid work.

Job summary

Doyle, Finch & Rowe is hiring a Junior Paralegal to support attorneys and senior paralegals with case organization, court filings, document preparation, and legal research. This is an entry-level position designed for someone beginning a legal career.

Previous employment at a law firm isn't required, and the role doesn't require admission to law school or the bar. You'll receive structured training in the firm's document system, filing procedures, citation format, confidentiality standards, and

Qualifications

• Strong writing, proofreading, research, and organizational skills.
• Careful attention to confidential information, names, dates, and deadlines.
• Ability to follow detailed procedures and ask questions when instructions are unclear.
• Confidence using word-processing software, spreadsheets, PDFs, and shared file systems.
• Professional communication and reliable follow-through.
• Interest in legal work and willingness to learn court procedures.

Responsibilities

• Organize correspondence, evidence, pleadings, and other case documents.
• Prepare routine forms, filing notices, document indexes, and signature pages.
• Proofread documents for names, dates, citations, formatting, and missing attachments.
• Maintain case calendars and track filing, discovery, and hearing deadlines.
• Submit approved documents through electronic court-filing systems.
• Conduct basic factual and legal research under attorney supervision.
• Prepare exhibits and materials for depositions, hearings, and client meetings.
• Communicate with courts, vendors, and clients regarding administrative matters.

Skills

Strong writing

Proofreading

Research

Organizational skills

Confidentiality

MS Office

Education

Bachelor's or associate degree

Paralegal certificate

2+ years relevant admin/office experience

Job description

Junior Paralegal

Location: New York, New York

Work arrangement: Hybrid --- three office days per week

Employment: Full-time, non-exempt

Salary: $60,000--$68,000 per year, plus eligible overtime

Schedule: Monday--Friday, 9:30 a.m.--5:30 p.m.

Reports to: Senior Paralegal

About the role

Doyle, Finch & Rowe is hiring a Junior Paralegal to support attorneys and senior paralegals with case organization, court filings, document preparation, and legal research.

This is an entry-level position designed for someone beginning a legal career. Previous employment at a law firm isn't required, and the role doesn't require admission to law school or the bar.

You'll receive structured training in the firm's document system, filing procedures, citation format, confidentiality standards, and case workflow.

What you'll do

• Organize correspondence, evidence, pleadings, and other case documents.
• Prepare routine forms, filing notices, document indexes, and signature pages.
• Proofread documents for names, dates, citations, formatting, and missing attachments.
• Maintain case calendars and track filing, discovery, and hearing deadlines.
• Submit approved documents through electronic court-filing systems.
• Conduct basic factual and legal research under attorney supervision.
• Prepare exhibits and materials for depositions, hearings, and client meetings.
• Communicate with courts, vendors, and clients regarding administrative matters.

What we're looking for

• Strong writing, proofreading, research, and organizational skills.
• Careful attention to confidential information, names, dates, and deadlines.
• Ability to follow detailed procedures and ask questions when instructions are unclear.
• Confidence using word-processing software, spreadsheets, PDFs, and shared file systems.
• Professional communication and reliable follow-through.
• Interest in legal work and willingness to learn court procedures.

Candidates should have one of the following:

• A bachelor's or associate degree in any subject;
• A completed paralegal certificate; or
• At least two years of relevant administrative, records, compliance, or office experience.

Legal internships, university legal clinics, and volunteer experience are welcome but not required.

Schedule and overtime

Employees normally work from the Manhattan office Tuesday through Thursday and remotely on Monday and Friday after completing onboarding.

The standard schedule includes a one-hour unpaid meal break. Additional hours may occasionally be required before a court deadline, hearing, or deposition. Approved overtime is paid at 1.5 times the employee's equivalent hourly rate.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) with employer matching.
• 15 days of paid vacation plus sick leave and firm holidays.
• Paid parental leave.
• Life and disability insurance.
• Public transportation benefit.
• Paralegal certificate and continuing-education assistance.
• Laptop and equipment for hybrid work.

Hiring process

Please submit your résumé and a short note explaining your interest in legal work. An academic, professional, or independently prepared writing sample is welcome but optional.

The process includes an introductory call and one structured interview with the Senior Paralegal and an attorney. Candidates won't be asked to complete unpaid legal research or drafting.

Pay: $60,000.00 - $68,000.00 per year

Work Location: Hybrid remote in New York, NY 10040