Paralegal

Hancock Estabrook, LLP, one of Upstate New York’s leading law firms, is seeking a full-time Paralegal for its Ithaca office. The ideal candidate will have a broad knowledge base that includes experience in real estate, trusts & estates or corporate law.

Join a workplace that was selected as a 2024 Best Companies to Work for in New York where over 95% of employees anonymously surveyed said they would recommend working at Hancock Estabrook to a friend; the Firm treats them like a person, not a number; they are proud to work for Hancock Estabrook; and the leaders of the Firm care about their employees’ well-being.

Responsibilities

· Assist with drafting, reviewing, and finalizing legal documents related to real estate, trusts & estates and/or corporate law.

· Coordinate and communicate with clients and third parties involved in transactions.

· Conduct legal research and provide summaries for attorney review.

· Prepare closing documents and real estate transactions including title reviews and settlement statements.

· Assist in the formation and management of corporate entities.

Qualifications

· Paralegal certificate and 2 years of legal experience required.

· Knowledge in one or more of the real estate, trusts & estates, or corporate law practice areas.

· Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

· High level of attention to detail.

· Team -oriented attitude with a strong work ethic.

Benefits

Hancock Estabrook offers a competitive salary and benefits package including medical, dental and vision coverage; a 401(k) and profit-sharing retirement plan; paid holidays, vacation, and sick time; 35-hour work week; group-term life insurance; LTD insurance; and New York’s 529 College Savings Program. Training and professional development opportunities provided along with the opportunity to work with a diverse client base within an environment of teamwork and collaboration.

The salary range for this position is $50,000-60,000 annually and represents the firm’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. Actual compensation will depend upon a number of factors, including the candidate’s years of experience, qualifications and skill set.

Hr@hancocklaw.com

Hancock Estabrook, LLP is an Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/D/V

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $50,000.00 - $60,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Profit sharing
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

Salary : $50,000 - $60,000