What are the responsibilities and job description for the Paralegal position at National LGBTQ+ Bar Association?
The law firm of Mirkin & Gordon, P.C. provides representation to unionized workers throughout New York City and the greater New York area.
Responsibilities
We are seeking a full-time paralegal to work on-site in our offices at 98 Cutter Mill Road in Great Neck, New York.
This position will be responsible for supporting the firm's staff of attorneys. Duties will include, conducting legal research, drafting letters and other documents under the supervision of attorneys, filing pleadings and other court documents electronically, organizing and maintaining case files and communicating with clients by telephone, mail and e-mail. Maintaining the firm's court calendar and helping schedule attorney appearances will also be a responsibility of this position.
Qualifications
Responsibilities
We are seeking a full-time paralegal to work on-site in our offices at 98 Cutter Mill Road in Great Neck, New York.
This position will be responsible for supporting the firm's staff of attorneys. Duties will include, conducting legal research, drafting letters and other documents under the supervision of attorneys, filing pleadings and other court documents electronically, organizing and maintaining case files and communicating with clients by telephone, mail and e-mail. Maintaining the firm's court calendar and helping schedule attorney appearances will also be a responsibility of this position.
Qualifications
- Associate degree in Paralegal studies or related field
- Strong organizational, communication and writing skills
- Knowledge of legal terminology and document drafting
- Detail-oriented with the ability to multitask and prioritize
- Experience with legal research and case management software
- Ability to work in a team environment and handle confidential information with discretion
- Experience with Microsoft Word and Excel
- Knowledge of New York State Courts Electronic Filing system is a plus
