Legal Assistant/Paralegal

Job Description

Job Description

Legal Assistant/Paralegal – No-Fault Arbitration
Location: Queens, NY
Job Type: Full-Time (In-Office)
Salary: $55,000 – $75,000 per year

Job Description

Law firm in Queens specializing in New York No-Fault Arbitration and related litigation is seeking an experienced paralegal to join our team. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, organized, and comfortable managing cases independently in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, file, and manage no-fault arbitration cases
• Handle electronic filing through NYSCEF and e-Law
• File and manage cases in New York Supreme Court
• Maintain case calendars, deadlines, and hearing dates
• Draft and organize legal documents and correspondence
• Track case status and follow up on filings and responses
• Assist with invoicing and billing using QuickBooks
• Communicate with courts, arbitrators, insurance carriers, and clients
• Maintain organized case files (digital and physical)

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of law office experience (no-fault or litigation preferred)
• Proficiency with NYSCEF and e-Law
• Experience filing cases in New York Supreme Court
• Experience with QuickBooks invoicing and billing
• Strong calendaring and organizational skills
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines
• Ability to work independently in a small firm environment
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary: $55,000 – $75,000 annually, based on experience
• Benefits include:
• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Referral program
• 401(k)

Schedule

• Monday to Friday
• In-office position (Queens, NY)