Summary: We are seeking a Paralegal/Legal Assistant to perform various office duties

Job Title: Paralegal/Legal Assistant

Location: Amherst, NY 14260

Target Work Schedule: Monday to Friday 9AM to 5PM

Target Duration/End Date: December 2024

Description of Roles and Responsibilities:

· Manage the daily flow of FOIL requests and responses, including coordinating the FOIL process from initial receipt of the request, connecting with university subject matter experts, through providing a timely, comprehensive response that follows the FOIL law; collaborate with various constituents across the University including Legal Counsel in response to requests; and complete monthly reporting requirements

Mandatory/Minimum Qualification, Skills, Experience Requirements:

Associate’s Degree (Bachelor’s Degree preferred) 2 years of experience as a Paralegal/Must have Paralegal certification

Qualification, Skills, Experience Requirements:

· 2 years of experience with legal, compliance operations and/or document Management; knowledge of Microsoft Office products; strong written and oral communications; excellent attention to detail and organizational skills; effective verbal and written communication skills; ability to manage multiple time-sensitive projects, and to coordinate with various parties to help complete them.

· Experience investigating consumer protection or customer service complaints in a legal or quasi-legal setting

· Experience conducting investigations involving energy, telecommunications, or water service

· Experience using a customer relationship management system

· Applicable knowledge of motions, evidence, litigation documentation, court rules, and procedures, practices

· Highly organized with the ability to juggle multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment

· Extensive computer and database expertise; Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, Relativity (Preferred), Westlaw Case Notebook (Preferred)

· Facility with managing voluminous documents electronically, e.g., in a shared folder or in Microsoft SharePoint

· Trial experience preferred, with added preference for experience in New York State courts

· Candidate(s) with a strong attention to detail, a high level of quality, strong problem-solving skills, dependability and demonstrated priority and time management skills

· Candidates should have a working knowledge of contract terminology, including the ability to recognize contract structures, as well as key contract terms

· Familiarity with procurement contracts is a plus

· Knowledge of government contracts is helpful but not required

· Knowledge of Relativity EDiscovery platform

· Good communication skill is a must

· Working knowledge of office equipment, computer hardware and scanner

· Detail oriented, accurate and thorough

(Resume must stand alone in demonstrating qualifications and experience)

Other Notes:

1. Resume must stand alone in demonstrating qualifications and experience

2. Please take a moment to review the job details, including qualification requirements, location, duration, and pay rate, before you apply

3. Please complete the screening questions for your application or include a cover letter with more information for us and the hiring team to consider

4. We encourage you to complete the Skills Tests to demonstrate your skills

5. Where required, consider submitting proof of licensure with your application

6. Where applicable, consider including samples or examples of your work that demonstrate your capabilities with your application

7. Where relevant, please include your LinkedIn page, at least 3 professional references, a copy of your diploma or other proof of licensure/professional certifications, and your USC / GC / H4 / H1B. We do not accept C2C applicants without this information

8. Your application must have your full legal name and current contact information

9. There may be cases where the hiring team requires two or more professional references with application

10. We partner with companies to offer and deliver projects and solutions to our clients Some positions may be hired through our partners

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Why work with us:

At Donia, we foster a culture of growth. We recognize that everyone brings unique skills and experiences to their work and that the company is better for such diversity. We encourage you to pursue your interest and grow within the company. We promote from within because we value and reward contributions

About us:

We are a Business Management Consulting, Staff Augmentation and Workforce Solutions firm

Our founder is an engineer and seasoned business management consultant. The values of precision, quality, and reliability are embodied in all our work

We aim to delight our clients through the high quality of our service. So much so, that almost all our contracts are through Word of mouth and referrals. Because for over fifteen years, we have worked with Non-profits, City, State, and Federal Agencies – strategizing and putting together specialized teams that can tackle any project

Donia's team of collaborative solution-finders will meet you where you are and build the system that will get you to your goals. Let us know how we can use our Business Consulting and Staff Augmentation and Workforce Solutions expertise to help you

About our Benefits Program

All Donia LLC full-time staff have access to our benefits program. Features include but not limited to:

· Health insurance

· Dental Insurance

· Vision Insurance

· Paid Time Off

· 401(k) Plan

· Disability

· Life insurance

Donia LLC is an equal opportunity employer

Job Types: Full-time, Contract, Temporary

Pay: $20.00 - $25.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Application Question(s):

• 2 years of experience with legal, compliance operations and/or document Management; knowledge of Microsoft Office products; strong written and oral communications; excellent attention to detail and organizational skills; effective verbal and written communication skills; ability to manage multiple time-sensitive projects, and to coordinate with various parties to help complete them ?
• Did you review and are okay with the job details - including qualification requirements, location (including In-Person as applicable), duration, and pay rate W2?

Ability to Commute:

• Amherst, NY 14260 (Required)

Work Location: In person