Labor and Employment Paralegal

Flo Recruit, Inc.; City of Syracuse (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Bond, Schoeneck & King PLLC is seeking a full-time paralegal to support the labor department in our Syracuse office. The ideal candidate will multi-task, prioritize, and organize projects with strong verbal and written communication skills, and excellent computer, research, and technical abilities.

Responsibilities include assisting in employment litigation, filing pleadings electronically, preparing discovery, document management, and trial preparation.

Qualifications

• Proficient in Microsoft Word and electronic filing systems for federal and state courts.
• Ability to redraft and redact electronic documents (PDF, PPT, Word).
• Strong verbal and written communication skills; attention to detail required.
• Familiarity with Federal Rules of Civil Procedure and New York CPLR.

Responsibilities

• Assist in all aspects of employment litigation.
• Review and file pleadings, motions, and other litigation documents electronically.
• Prepare discovery documents, notices of deposition, subpoenas, and document production.
• Manage case documents and conduct research.
• Coordinate with clients and opposing counsel on scheduling and logistics for depositions.
• Assist in trial preparation, including exhibits and trial books.
• Review and cite-check legal memoranda and monitor court dockets.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Multi-tasking

Prioritization

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Education

Associate or Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Microsoft Word

Electronic filing systems/portals

Document redaction (PDF/WORD)

Job description

Bond, Schoeneck & King, PLLC, a law firm of 300 attorneys in over 30 practice groups, is accepting applications for a full time Paralegal to support the labor department in our Syracuse office. The ideal candidateshould be able to multi-task, prioritize and organize projects, and possess strong verbal and written communication skills. Excellent computer skills and research and technical skills required. An associate or bachelor’s degree and prior experience in litigation required.

Position Responsibilities:

Assist in all aspects of employment litigation

Review and electronically file pleadings, motion papers, and other litigation documents

Assist in preparation of discovery documents, including notices of deposition, subpoenas, document review and bates-stamping, as well as document production

Assist in document and discovery management

Conduct necessary supporting investigation and research

Communicate with clients and opposing counsel regarding scheduling of depositions and other logistical issues

Assist in trial preparation, including compilation of exhibits for trial and trial books

Review and cite-check legal memoranda

Monitor court dockets and calendar dates

Manage and organize case-related documents

Prepare and electronically file notices of appearance and requests for extensions

Review and electronically file position statements, supporting documents and responses to requests for information

Assist in preparation of documents to be filed with administrative agencies

Assist in hearing preparation, including compilation of exhibits for hearing

Monitor filing deadlines and communicate with assigned attorneys

Manage and organize case-related documents

Job Requirements:

In-depth working knowledge of Microsoft Word

In-depth working knowledge of electronic filing systems/portals for federal and state courts

Working knowledge and ability to redact electronic documents (i.e., PDF, PPT, WORD)

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Ability to handle a large volume of work

Must be detail-oriented and be able to prioritize daily tasks and responsibilities

Exceptional organization skills and the ability to interact with clients

Must be conversant with and understand the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure, the New York Civil Practice Law and Rules and applicable procedures and deadlines

At Bond, exceptional work product and a collegial work environment are cornerstones of our success. We are committed to the communities in which we live and work. Bond has long recognized the value, both to its team and to our communities, of active participation in and support of charitable, governmental, professional and community-based organizations.

This position's salary range is between $60,000 to $70,000, negotiable based on years’ experience.

Bond’s offer of employment are contingent on:

Completion of a satisfactory background check

Completion of a satisfactory reference check

Completion of a satisfactory conflicts check

Bond, Schoeneck & King PLLC provides all employees and applicants an equal employment opportunity in the manner required by law in all aspects of employment regardless of race, color, religion, creed, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, military status, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, domestic violence victim status or any other status protected by local, state or federal law.We thank all applicants for their interest and will contact those candidates who are under consideration.