Paralegal (Remote)

HEPCO; City of Albany (NY); Remote; USD 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Sick Time

401k

Job summary

HEPCO is recruiting three experienced Paralegals to support the New York State Division of Human Rights in discrimination complaint intake, interviews, and legal document preparation. This fully remote role requires strong interviewing, writing, and organizational skills, with capacity to manage multiple cases and meet deadlines.

Selected candidates will handle interviews with complainants and witnesses, draft administrative complaints and summaries, and maintain detailed case files.

Qualifications

• Associate or bachelor’s degree in Paralegal Studies, Criminal Justice, or related field, or Paralegal Certificate from an ABA-approved program.
• Two to four years of experience as a paralegal or legal assistant.
• Demonstrated experience conducting complainant, client, or witness interviews.
• Excellent writing, analytical, organizational, and time management skills.
• Strong active listening skills, empathy, and ability to build trust with individuals experiencing distress.
• Proficiency with legal practice management software and document management systems.

Responsibilities

• Conduct detailed interviews with complainants, clients, and witnesses.
• Gather and organize facts related to discrimination claims.
• Draft administrative complaints, legal documents, and detailed factual summaries.
• Identify key legal issues and information relevant to supporting a claim.
• Maintain accurate case records and documents.
• Manage multiple cases while meeting strict legal deadlines.

Job description

We are seeking three experienced Paralegals for our client, the New York State Division of Human Rights. These positions support discrimination complaint intake, interviews, and legal document preparation.

• Conduct detailed interviews with complainants, clients, and witnesses, including individuals from diverse or vulnerable backgrounds.
• Gather and organize facts related to discrimination claims.
• Draft administrative complaints, legal documents, and detailed factual summaries.
• Identify key legal issues and information relevant to supporting a claim.
• Maintain accurate case records and documents.
• Manage multiple cases while meeting strict legal deadlines.

Required Qualifications:

• An associate or bachelor’s degree in Paralegal Studies, Criminal Justice, or a related field; OR a Paralegal Certificate from an ABA-approved program.
• Two to four years of experience as a paralegal or legal assistant.
• Demonstrated experience conducting complainant, client, or witness interviews.
• Experience drafting legal documents, administrative complaints, or detailed factual summaries.
• Excellent writing, analytical, organizational, and time management skills.
• Strong active listening skills, empathy, and the ability to build trust with individuals experiencing distress.
• Proficiency with legal practice management software and document management systems.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in civil rights, employment law, or housing discrimination law.
• Familiarity with the New York State Human Rights Law, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act, Americans with Disabilities Act, Age Discrimination in Employment Act, and Fair Housing Act.

This role is fully remote. Selected candidates must pick up a state-issued laptop in Albany, NY, before their start date and have high-speed internet access.

Benefits:

• Health Insurance
• Sick Time
• 401k

Duration: approximately 2 years
Apply by deadline: 10/28/2026
Shift Days/Times: Monday-Friday 9am-5pm

Pay Range: $25.00 - $30.00 per hour (Depending on experience and qualifications)

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