Paralegal: Policy & Investigations Support

Covenant House International; New York (NY); On-site; USD 51,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Covenant House New York is seeking a Paralegal to assist the Legal Affairs team with administrative tasks and matters related to investigations, policies, and presentations. This role supports League policy management, prepares materials, and helps with factual analyses under attorney supervision.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor’s degree, 2+ years paralegal experience, and a Certified Paralegal or Certified Legal Professional credential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree required.
• 2+ years of paralegal or legal assistant experience in a law firm or in‑house.
• Certified Paralegal Certificate or Certified Legal Professional.
• Detail‑oriented with strong organizational and analytical skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to proofread material for grammatical or spelling errors.
• Sound business judgment and flexible to prioritize time‑sensitive matters.
• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively.
• Proficiency in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Knowledge of the Spanish and/or French Language (business proficiency).

Responsibilities

• Support policy management, including drafting, distribution, and compliance.
• Assist with preparing PowerPoint presentations and other materials, including decks, guides, tracking charts, checklists, and reports.
• Assist under supervision with investigatory needs, including factual analyses, intake, and summaries.
• Draft legal documents.
• Manage documents and electronic files, and respond to litigation discovery requests.
• Conduct legal research.
• Provide support for independent contractor processes and stakeholder engagement.
• Interview clients.
• Additional responsibilities as assigned.

Skills

Excellent written and verbal沟通能力

Detail-oriented

Ability to work independently and with

Strong organizational and analytical

Ability to work in fast-paced team

Evenings and weekends availability

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Certified Paralegal Certificate

Tools

Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Outlook

Job description

Covenant House New York is seeking a Paralegal to assist the Legal Affairs team with administrative tasks and matters related to investigations, policies, and presentations. This role supports League policy management, prepares materials, and helps with factual analyses under attorney supervision.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor’s degree, 2+ years paralegal experience, and a Certified Paralegal or Certified Legal Professional credential.