Paralegal

Sheeley LLP; New York (NY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Flexible spending account

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Parental leave

Vision insurance

Job summary

Sheeley LLP, a dynamic and growing law firm, is seeking a skilled Paralegal to support litigation and transactional practices. You will work closely with attorneys and support staff to provide essential legal and administrative assistance in a fast-paced environment.

The role requires at least 4 years of paralegal experience, strong knowledge of court procedures, and proficiency with Centerbase, Clio, MS Office and Adobe Acrobat. A Paralegal Certificate or an Associate's degree is required.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or paralegal certificate required; bachelor's degree preferred.
• Minimum 4+ years of paralegal experience in a law firm or legal department.
• Strong understanding of court procedures and legal terminology.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Adobe Acrobat, and legal management software (Centerbase, Clio).

Responsibilities

• Draft, proofread, and file legal documents, including pleadings, motions, and contracts.
• Manage case files and ensure accurate document organization, retrieval, and archiving.
• Conduct legal and factual research to support active matters.
• Assist in the preparation of discovery requests and responses.
• Coordinate and summarize medical records, deposition transcripts, and other case evidence.
• Receipt and review of medical authorizations (HIPAA) for accuracy and completeness.
• Prepare letters to request medical records from providers and use third-party retrieval services.
• Create a log of all authorizations and records requested.
• Liaise with clients, experts, and courts on behalf of attorneys.
• Support attorneys with trial preparation and administrative tasks as needed.

Skills

Legal research

Document drafting

Case management

Communication

Education

Associate's degree

Paralegal Certificate

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Centerbase

Clio

Microsoft Office

Adobe Acrobat

Job description

Sheeley LLP is a dynamic and growing law firm focused on delivering exceptional service with a collaborative work culture. Our team is built on professionalism, mutual respect, and a shared commitment to excellence. We are currently expanding and looking for a skilled Paralegal to join our litigation and transactional practices.

Role Overview

As a Paralegal at Sheeley LLP, you will work closely with attorneys and support staff to provide essential legal and administrative assistance. This is a hands-on position ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys managing complex processes, and is comfortable balancing multiple priorities with a high level of discretion and precision.

Key Responsibilities

• Draft, proofread, and file legal documents, including pleadings, motions, and contracts.
• Manage case files and ensure accurate document organization, retrieval, and archiving.
• Conduct legal and factual research to support active matters.
• Assist in the preparation of discovery requests and responses.
• Coordinate and summarize medical records, deposition transcripts, and other case evidence.
• Receipt and Review of Medical Authorizations (HIPAA) for accuracy and completeness.
• Preparation of Letters to Request Medical Records from Medical Providers and use of Third Party medical records retrieval services.
• Creating a Log of all Authorizations and Records requested.
• Liaise with clients, experts, and courts on behalf of attorneys.
• Support attorneys with trial preparation and administrative tasks as needed.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree or Paralegal Certificate required; Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Minimum 4+ years of paralegal experience in a law firm or legal department.
• Strong understanding of court procedures and legal terminology.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Adobe Acrobat, and legal management software (e.g., Centerbase, Clio, or similar).
• Excellent organizational, time management, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively under deadlines.

• 401(k)
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Vision insurance

Sheeley LLP is committed to equal employment opportunity and providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with physical and/or mental disabilities. We value and encourage diversity and solicit applications from all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, gender, sex, age, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, veteran status, gender identity, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.