Paralegal

Chopra & Nocerino, LLP; Village of Garden City (NY); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays

Paid vacation

Job summary

A law firm is seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Paralegal to join their team in Garden City, NY. This full-time, in-person position offers excellent growth opportunities. The ideal candidate should be organized, motivated, and dependable, with responsibilities including assisting in legal document preparation and client communication. Experience in legal assistance or personal injury is a plus. A Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience is required, with a salary range of $50,000 - $70,000 based on experience.

Qualifications

• Experience in legal assistance and/or personal injury is a plus.
• Familiarity with law, legal procedures, and protocols is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist attorneys and senior paralegals with preparation of legal documents.
• Assist in obtaining medical records.
• Answer phone calls and take messages.
• Communicate with clients via email, phone, and in person.
• Perform clerical tasks such as photocopying and scanning.
• File and organize legal documents.

Skills

MS Outlook

Microsoft Word

Adobe Pro

NYSCEF

Bilingual

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Job description

We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Paralegal to join ourteam. This position presents an excellent opportunity for growth and advancement in a great work environment. This position is full time and in person. The ideal candidate must be dependable, organized, motivated, and goal oriented. This individual will communicate frequently with the clients in order to serve them adequately.

Responsibilities

• Assist attorneys and senior paralegals with preparation of legal documents including discovery demands, pleadings, and compiling motions, oppositions, replies etc.
• Assist attorneys and paralegals with obtaining medical records.
• Answer phone calls and take messages with excellent phone etiquette.
• Communicate with clients via email, phone, and in person.
• Perform clerical tasks, such as photocopying, scanning, emailing and faxing documents.
• File and organize legal documents and correspondence.
• Other duties as needed.

Skills and Abilities

• Experience in MS Outlook, Word, Adobe Pro, Nitro, and NYSCEF.
• Ability to prioritize, take initiative, and multitask in a fast paced environment.
• Highly organized and detail oriented.
• Ability to work in a team environment and independently.
• Bilingual is a plus but not required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
• Experience in legal assistance and/or personal injury is a plus.
• Familiarity with law, legal procedures, and protocols is a plus.
• Salary Range: $50,000 - 70,000, based on experience.
• Full time: Monday - Friday, 8 hour shift.
• Paid holiday and paid vacation.

Seniority Level

Entry level

Employment Type

Full-time

Job Function

Legal

Industries

Law Practice

Garden City, NY