Paralegal

Secure Self Storage; New York (NY); On-site; USD 76,000 - 89,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits program

Wellness initiatives

Flexible work schedule

Paid holidays

Professional development funds

Internal training resources

Diverse work environment

Job summary

Secure Self Storage is seeking a diligent Paralegal to assist in document preparation, legal research, and filing under the supervision of the on-staff attorney. You will organize files, coordinate subpoenas, and support communications with clients and colleagues.

The ideal candidate has a law-related degree, strong writing skills, and experience as a paralegal. The role offers competitive benefits and a supportive team in New York.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in law, paralegal studies, or a related field.
• Experience as a Paralegal is strongly desirable.
• Proficient with MS Office and able to learn new tools.
• Strong oral and written communication; prioritization and time management.
• Excellent research and report-writing skills; detail-oriented.
• Knowledge of legal terminologies, procedures, and research techniques.

Responsibilities

• Prepare legal documents such as wills, contracts, motions, and agreements.
• Research case law, regulations, and legal articles to prepare reports and briefs.
• Coordinate law office activities such as subpoena delivery.
• Organize and update files, databases and reports.
• Filing, scheduling meetings, and coordinating communication with attorneys and clients.
• Communicate professionally with colleagues, clients, and others in the legal industry.

Skills

MS Office

Oral and written communication

Research and report-writing

Education

Bachelor’s degree in law, paralegal studies, or a related field

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Secure Self Storage is looking for an efficient and detail-oriented Paralegal to join our team. The Paralegal will report to and work directly under the guidance of our on-staff attorney. You will assist in managing and organizing files, reviewing documents, preparing and filing legal documents, and assisting with legal research.

Responsibilities

• Prepare legal documents like wills, contracts, appeals, motions, and agreements.
• Research relevant case law, regulations, and legal articles to assist with the preparation of reports, case briefs and advise management appropriately.
• Coordinate law office activities such as subpoena delivery.
• Organize, maintain and update files, databases and reports.
• Filing and retrieving case files, scheduling meetings, coordinating communication between attorneys and clients, as necessary.
• Communicate professionally with colleagues, clients, and other entities within the legal industry.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in law, paralegal studies, or a related field.
• Previous work experience as a Paralegal is strongly desirable.
• Proficient with office software such as MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and comfortable with learning new tools and applications.
• Strong oral and written communication skills, and the ability to effectively prioritize and manage your time.
• Excellent research and report-writing skills, and detailed-oriented with the ability to spot errors and inconsistencies.
• Strong knowledge of legal terminologies, principles, procedures, and research techniques.

Benefits

• Competitive benefits program, including comprehensive medical coverage, dental, and vision plans.
• Company-sponsored wellness initiatives.
• Work-life balance initiatives including a flexible work schedule, and paid holidays.
• Continuous learning and development opportunities including professional development funds and internal training resources.
• A welcoming, supportive, and diverse work environment.
• $76,000-$89,000 per year

A successful candidate must be an analytical thinker with strong problem-solving skills. Our ideal candidate will display a high level of professionalism and confidentiality, and will be skilled in negotiating and settling disputes on behalf of our organization. If you are a team player with a keen interest in law and jurisprudence, we look forward to your application.