Paralegal

Paralegal Position at Unity House of Troy

Unity House of Troy is seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Paralegal to support our legal services team. This position is ideal for an organized professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is passionate about helping individuals navigate the legal system.

The Paralegal will play an integral role in supporting attorneys and clients throughout the legal process by managing case files, preparing legal documents, coordinating court appearances, and providing compassionate support to clients.

$1200 sign on bonus may apply to those qualified

Key Responsibilities

• Manage court calendars, hearings, and client appointments.
• Conduct client intakes and gather information necessary for case preparation.
• Draft legal documents, correspondence, and court filings.
• Maintain organized case files and ensure documentation is complete and accurate.
• Assist attorneys with all aspects of case preparation and litigation support.
• Coordinate and file legal documents with the appropriate courts and agencies.
• Transport and accompany clients to and from court appearances, providing support throughout the legal process.
• Communicate professionally with clients, courts, community partners, and agency staff.
• Maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with professionalism.
• Promote a culture of inclusion, belonging, and respect.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Paralegal degree or certificate required, or two (2) to four (4) years of experience in a family law or litigation-based legal practice.
• Experience preparing legal documents and managing case files.
• Strong organizational, time management, and multitasking skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently while managing multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; experience with legal case management software is a plus.
• Valid New York State Driver License required.

Benefits:

• 13 paid days off in your first year for full time employment (increases every year)
• 56 hours of NYS Sick Leave
• 12 paid holidays plus 2 floating holidays
• Major medical leave
• Medical/dental/vision/life insurance
• 403b company contributions after one year of employment
• Tuition reimbursement
• 50% reduction in childcare tuition at A Child's Place.
• Plus, gym, tuition and cell phone discounts

Unity House is a Rensselaer County-based human service agency that provides a wide range of services to meet the otherwise unmet needs of people in our community who are hurting and struggling. We assist those who are living in poverty, adults living with mental illness or HIV/AIDS, victims of domestic violence, and children with developmental delays. We work to achieve social justice in our community and to create a better understanding of those we serve.

As An Equal Opportunity Employer, we commit ourselves to recruiting, hiring, training, and promoting persons in all job classifications without regard to race, color, age, sex, creed, disability, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, predisposing genetic characteristics national origin, domestic violence victim status, familial status, marital status, military status, pregnancy related condition, arrest and/or criminal conviction record, or any other category protected by law, unless based upon a bona fide occupational qualification or other exception.

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