Legal Assistant/Paralegal

Legal Assistant/Paralegal **Job Summary** We are seeking a dependable, energetic, detail\-oriented Legal Assistant/Paralegal to work closely with our attorneys. Some legal experience would be helpful, but we are not necessarily looking for someone who already knows everything. We are looking for the **right person** who learns quickly, pays attention to detail, takes initiative, enjoys responsibility, and can work well directly with our clients in managing cases, preparing documents, assembling information and communicating with clients, courts, and other attorneys **Responsibilities** * Help manage cases by scheduling court dates, making client appointments, working in computer systems to manage files and respond to calls, emails, and correspondence * Professional and courteous communication with clients, courts, and other offices * Gathering and organizing information and documentation * Learning the procedures and details necessary to handle matters from the beginning to conclusion, along with the assigned attorney * Working closely and cooperatively in a small office environment and ability to adapt to law practice needs, client preferences and new systems **Requirements** * Basic knowledge of legal documents, pleadings, court filings, and NYCEF * Professional and courteous communication with clients, courts, and other offices * Preparing Financial disclosure and other forms for clients * Careful tracking of deadlines,court dates and case scheduling for clients * Basic computer skills, word processing and ability to learn computer legal systems **Job Information** * Full\-time, but the right part\-time candidate will be considered * Competitive salary based on experience * Flexible scheduling within the hours of 8 am to 6 pm * Paid vacation and sick time **·** Pay: $20\.00 \- $23\.00 per hour Benefits: * Free parking * Opportunities for advancement * Paid sick time * Paid time off Work Location: In person