Legal Secretaries - 25929

Justia, Inc.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Justia, Inc. is seeking a paralegal to support the Office of General Counsel (OGC). The role involves working with investigators, attorneys, court reporters, and staff to schedule hearings, organize case files, and draft legal documents.

The incumbent will perform legal research and prepare subpoenas as needed. Responsibilities include maintaining case databases, preparing correspondence, and assisting attorneys with hearing preparation and review of materials.

Responsibilities

• Prepare correspondence and all relevant case materials for hearings.
• Assist in preparation of cases for hearings by completing various activities.
• Prepare documents and draft legal documents for investigator and attorney review.
• Organize case files and maintain exhibits for hearings.
• Prepare subpoenas and arrange for service.
• Arrange for filing of legal memoranda and other papers.
• Assist with resources and supportive material for attorneys for hearings.
• Conduct research into complex legal matters, analyze materials, and present findings in writing and verbally.
• Prepare and maintain case files and calendars, monitor dockets, deadlines and final decisions.
• Assist the General Counsel with confidential legal matters.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the General Counsel and First Deputy General Counsel.

Job description

Job Description

Reporting to a Deputy Counsel or Associate Counsel, the incumbent of this position will work in close association with investigators, Office of General Counsel (OGC) attorneys, respondents, court reporters, and other administrative staff, performing a variety of paralegal activities for OGC. Responsibilities may include scheduling hearings for attorneys and their investigators; maintaining databases and case tracking systems; compiling and organizing hearing files and records; preparing and assisting in the preparation of legal documents; conducting legal research; preparing subpoenas and correspondence.

Duties include, but are not limited to:

• Prepare correspondence and all relevant case materials for the hearing.
• Assist in the preparation of cases for hearings, by completing a variety of activities.
• Prepare documents and draft legal documents for investigator and attorney review.
• Organize case files and maintain exhibits for hearings.
• Prepare subpoenas and arrange for service.
• Arrange for the filing of legal memorandum and other legal papers.
• Assist with resources and supportive material for attorneys for hearings.
• Conduct research into complex legal matters, analyze materials, and present both verbal and written comments on findings.
• Prepare and maintain case files and calendars, record and monitor the status of dockets, deadlines and final decisions.
• Assist the General Counsel in connection with confidential legal matters.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the General Counsel and First Deputy General Counsel.

Parking is not provided and the candidate is responsible for securing their own transportation/parking as necessary.

We provide equal employment opportunity for all applicants and employees regardless of race, color, sex, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, national origin, citizenship, disability, medical condition, family care status, marital status, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, military/veteran status, or any other protected basis.