Paralegal

Job Description

Job Description

Our well-established firm has a reputation for excellence, practicing insurance defense law for over 60 years. We are based in Midtown, close to Bryant Park, and walking distance from Penn Station, Grand Central Station and the Port Authority.

Job Summary

Our boutique insurance defense firm seeks an experienced Paralegal.

Candidates must have knowledge of MS Office, be organized with the ability to multitask , be able to work independently, have attention to detail and a proven ability to meet deadlines.

The responsibilities will include, but not be limited to:

• Assist attorneys with client communication , drafting and revising legal documents including discovery and substantive motions, assist with Appeals, pleadings, and discovery responses and demands, review, chart and organize medical records;
• Proofread work for accuracy
• Enter attorney time and edit bills
• E-file documents

They should be used to a high-volume practice and be a self-motivator.

A cover letter MUST include a salary requirement and details of past law office experience.

Priority consideration will be given to those who:

• Have used legal case management software;
• Have knowledge NYSCEF and Federal court filing;
• Additional preferred (but not required) attributes include someone who is already a Notary Public, and bilingual.

Why Would Someone Want to Work at Our Law Firm?

Our firm has a collegial working environment where shared responsibilities between all members of our staff is the rule rather than the exception. Simply stated, we hold the opinions of our entire staff in high regard. We encourage our employees to be organized, to show initiative and to be resourceful. We are a close-knit group of professionals who enjoy working together and foster an environment for the advancement of all.

This is a full-time, in office position.

Salary: $60,000-75,000/year

Benefits:

• 401(k) with employer contributions
• Health insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave

Our well-established firm has a reputation for excellence, practicing insurance defense law for over 60 years. We are based in Midtown, close to Bryant Park, and equidistant from Penn Station, Grand Central Station and the Port Authority.

Company Description

Our well-established firm has a reputation for excellence, practicing insurance defense law for over 60 years. We are based in Midtown, close to Bryant Park, and equidistant from Penn Station, Grand Central Station and the Port Authority.