Sign up to access all features of our service.
  • Job search
  • Favorites
  • Create a CV
    New
  • Salaries
  • Subscriptions

Paralegal II, Managing Attorney Office - New York, NY

$57.17k - $87.57k

The Legal Aid Society

Paralegal II, Managing Attorney Office #26-47 New York, New York, United States Deadline: 3:00 PM EST for Date Listed - Jun 05, 2026

MAJOR PURPOSE OF THE POSITION

The Criminal Appeals Bureau (CAB) of The Legal Aid Society is the largest post-conviction public defender in New York City, annually providing holistic, client-centered representation to over 1,000 people with misdemeanor, felony, and homicide convictions. We represent low-income people in all five boroughs who are challenging their criminal convictions on appeal or in other post-conviction proceedings. Our practice includes direct appeals of judgment convictions as well as collateral litigation such as 440 motions, Domestic Violence Survivors Justice Act resentencing applications, and Sex Offender Registration Act hearings and appeals. Cab is seeking a dedicated and passionate Paralegal II to support our Quick Resolution Project (QRP). QRP is a small collaborative team of attorneys and paralegals that seek to resolve cases where we are unable to raise any issues on appeal. The successful candidate should have excellent judgment and be highly organized, detail-oriented, able to interact effectively with clients and court personnel, and be willing to work closely with a team of attorneys, paralegals, and other support staff to assist CAB. Expected start date will be July/August 2026.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

Locating clients and communicating the status of their appeal both verbally and in writing Tracking communication attempts where clients are difficult to locate Assisting clients in signing stipulations to withdraw their appeal Drafting motions to resolve the appeal Filing stipulations and motions Updating and organizing physical files and case management system, including preparing files for final review after the case has been resolved In conjunction with attorney, analyzing the record to confirm that no issues can be raised on appeal Resolving other client issues as needed Collaborating closely with CAB management and staff to increase CAB's efficiency and effectiveness Other responsibilities as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

Required qualifications: Eligible candidates must have at least one of the following: An associate degree (or additional higher education) A paralegal certificate from an ABA accredited paralegal program A high school diploma / GED and 4+ years of related work experience, at least 2 of which are as a paralegal Excellent written and verbal communication skills Excellent computer and word processing skills, particularly Microsoft Word and a PDF program Excellent organizational skills with ability to manage a large workload and meet deadlines Ability to pay strong attention to detail and think critically Highly motivated with a willingness to work as a team and adapt to the changing needs of the practice Ability to work both independently and collaboratively Ability to interact effectively with courts and related criminal justice agencies, as well as with Legal Aid attorneys, paralegals, and other support staff Interest in criminal law and social justice issues Experience in and/or commitment to advocacy on behalf of low-income individuals and people of color a must Ability to make a minimum two-year commitment to The Legal Aid Society Preferred qualifications: A bachelor's degree Some knowledge of New York criminal law and criminal procedure a plus but not required Proficiency in a language other than English is a plus but not required

SALARY AND BENEFITS

The salary range represents a good faith estimate of the range we expect to pay for this role. The actual salary offered may vary depending on many factors, including but not limited to job-related knowledge, skills, and experience, as well as collectively bargained salary steps for unionized roles. Salary Range: $57,174 - $87,568 The Legal Aid Society offers a generous benefits package including health insurance, paid vacation, disability, and life insurance, and more. Click here to read more about benefits. Higher Education and Loan Forgiveness The Legal Aid Society is a qualified employer for the purposes of the Public Service Loan Forgiveness. This position allows an employee to take advantage of PSLF and other State and Federal loan forgiveness programs. Additionally, employees who are New York residents may be eligible for assistance from New York state to assist with loan repayments, depending on years of practice. To learn more, click the links below. studentaid.gov hesc.ny.gov/loan-forgiveness-programs

WORK AUTHORIZATION

All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States for any employer without sponsorship for a work visa or permit. We are currently unable to sponsor employment visas or permits. (However, for citizens of Canada and Mexico, LAS will provide a letter documenting employment status that is needed to obtain a TN visa.)

HOW TO APPLY

All applications must be completed online via the career portal. We do not accept emailed applications. Submit the following documents as a combined PDF: Cover Letter Resume For technical difficulties or questions regarding this posting, please email View email address on click.appcast.io.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

As an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer, The Legal Aid Society prohibits discriminatory employment actions against and treatment of its employees and applicants for employment based on actual or perceived race or color, size (including bone structure, body size, height, shape, and weight), religion or creed, alienage or citizenship status, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, marital status, relationship and family structure (including domestic partnerships, polyamorous families and individuals, chosen family, platonic co-parents, and multigenerational families), genetic information or predisposing genetic characteristics, military status, domestic violence victim status, arrest or pre-employment conviction record, credit history, unemployment status, caregiver status, salary history, or any other characteristic protected by law.

OUR COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY, EQUITY, AND INCLUSION

The Legal Aid Society is committed to a work culture of zealous advocacy, respect, diversity and inclusion, client-oriented defense, access to justice and excellent representation. We are dedicated to building a strong professional relationship with each of our clients (people), to understanding their diverse circumstances, and to meeting their needs. Our ability to achieve these goals depends on the efforts of all of us and our ability to build strong relationships with our colleagues. Every member of our community is expected to continuously learn about the dynamic, evolving, and emerging field of knowledge of identity, bias, and systemic forms of oppression and participate in productive efforts to dismantling bias in all forms. #J-18808-Ljbffr The Legal Aid Society

Vacancy posted 2 days ago
Similar jobs that could be interesting for youBased on the Paralegal II, Managing Attorney Office - New York, NY in New York, NY vacancy
  • $95k - $175k

     ...Description Job Description Attorney in New York Metro Area – Defense...  ...Construction Personal Injury, Elmsford, NY | New York City, NY | Garden...  ...join a thriving team and manage their own cases from day to day...  ...Please direct your resume, office location you are applying for... 
    Work at office
    Full time

    Alchemy Legal

    New York, NY
    18 days ago
  • $50k - $55k

     ...seeks a full time Project Assistant II with 1+ years of experience for its New York, NY office. Prior law firm experience...  ...legal projects. This role involves managing documentation, coordinating...  ..., and liaising with clients and attorneys both inside and outside of the firm... 
    Work at office
    Full time
    Local area

    Marshall Dennehey

    New York, NY
    5 days ago
  •  ...Senior International Trademark Paralegal - New York, NY Location: New York, NY (Hybrid - In-office Tuesday & Wednesday + One...  ...What You'll Do Manage global trademark portfolios...  ...matters worldwide. Assist attorneys with trademark disputes, oppositions... 
    Work at office
    Full time
    Worldwide

    SourcePro Search, LLC

    New York, NY
    1 day ago
  • $105k

     ...Mid-Level Litigation Paralegal - New York, NY Salary: Up to $105,000 We are...  ...: Assist attorneys with all phases of litigation, including case management, legal research, and document...  ...Advanced skills in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook)... 
    Work at office
    Weekend work
    Afternoon shift

    SourcePro Search, LLC

    New York, NY
    5 days ago
  • $45k - $80k

     ...Paralegal Position The law offices of Marshall Dennehey, a large civil defense litigation firm, is seeking a full-time paralegal for its New York, NY office with litigation/casualty experience. Litigation...  ...on our legal team? Can you manage fast-paced discovery, prepare... 
    Work at office
    Full time
    Local area
    Remote work

    Marshall Dennehey Warner Coleman & Goggin

    New York, NY
    4 days ago
  • $250k - $280k

     ...Commercial Litigation · 5–7 Years · NY Bar Required The hardest...  ...find themselves stuck managing doc review or drafting briefs...  ...associate for their Manhattan office who is ready to run files, cross...  ...through resolution across both New York State and federal courts. This... 
    Work at office
    Temporary work

    Plug Legal

    New York, NY
    6 days ago
  • $130k - $200k

     ..., and individual clients, is seeking an SIU Litigation Attorney for its New York, NY office with at least four (4) years of experience. The ideal candidate...  ...Prepare and conduct court appearances (matter management conferences, hearings, status conferences, etc.), in both... 
    Work at office
    Local area

    Marshall Dennehey

    New York, NY
    5 days ago
  • $31.45 per hour

     ...Senior ParalegalNew York, NY, USApply NowFind...  ...seeking a Senior Paralegal to support the Department...  ...to work in an office setting. Senior...  ...you to provide case management and database...  ...oral arguments for attorney use; reviews case...  ...opportunities to break new ground — in your career... 
    Work at office
    Hourly pay
    Minimum wage
    Contract work
    For contractors
    Work experience placement
    Local area
    Flexible hours

    CACI International Inc.

    New York, NY
    1 day ago
  •  ...fellowship program cited by The New York Times as an innovator...  ...mentorship for NY Fellows focused on detention...  ...NYIFUP legal training; management of referrals from...  ...requirements. The NYIFUP Managing Attorney will also play a key...  ...regular case rounds/office hours for Fellows to... 
    Work at office
    Contract work

    ImmigrationJobs

    New York, NY
    9 hours ago
  • $84k

    Overview Attorney Fellow - Fellowship Proposal Invitation...  ...2027 (Job #26-58) - New York, New York, United States...  ...legal issues. Ability to manage time and multiple tasks...  ....gov and hesc.ny.gov/loan-forgiveness-programs...  ...Criminal Defense Practice Office #J-18808-Ljbffr The... 
    Work at office
    Visa sponsorship

    The Legal Aid Society

    New York, NY
    5 days ago
  • $235k - $310k

    Associate Attorney - Restructuring $235K-$310K - New York, NY In this role, you will focus on insolvency and restructuring cases within the New York office while collaborating with other firm offices. Responsibilities Work primarily with attorneys in the New York office... 
    Work at office

    United Cerebral Palsy of Georgia

    New York, NY
    2 days ago
  •  ...practical solutions from 80+ attorneys across 23 practice areas....  ...the Role: The Litigation Paralegal plays a critical role in...  ...our Litigation Department by managing case calendars, coordinating...  ...an in-person role in our New York City office. Responsibilities would... 
    Work at office
    Full time
    Monday to Friday

    Falcon Rappaport & Berkman

    New York, NY
    12 days ago
  • $140k - $200k

     ...over sixty years of continued service to our corporate, insurance, and individual clients, is seeking an Associate Attorney for its New York, NY office with at least five (5) years of experience handling premises, auto, labor law 240 and other general liability matters... 
    Work at office
    Local area

    Marshall Dennehey

    New York, NY
    2 days ago
  • New York, NY, United States Job Description LEGAL We work at the intersection...  ...you’re an experienced attorney or a quick learner with a strong...  ...risks Instruct/work with/manage external counsel Qualifications...  ...Headquartered in New York, we maintain offices around the world. We believe... 
    Work at office
    Full time

    Goldman Sachs Group, Inc.

    New York, NY
    3 days ago
  • $170k - $225k

    The New Business Intake Conflicts Attorney plays a critical role in ensuring the...  ...approach to managing and resolving conflicts...  ...range for this New York position is expected...  ...through Thursday in the office. Attorneys also receive...  ...insurance; 401(k); NY bar registration; on... 
    Work at office
    Second job
    Remote work
    Monday to Thursday
    Shift work
    Weekend work

    Broughton Group

    New York, NY
    3 days ago
  • $125k - $203k

    Head of Americas New Business Office - Vice President Location: New York, NY Overview The Chief Risk Office function has Group-wide responsibility for the management and control of all credit, market, operational, enterprise and liquidity risks and has the responsibility... 
    Work at office

    Downtown Boulder Partnership

    New York, NY
    9 hours ago
  • $250k - $350k

     ...conducting business as a differentiated asset management firm focused on long-term, insurance-...  ...is headquartered in Miami and has an office in New York. For more information, please visit:...  ...We are seeking a structured credit attorney to support the firm's Residential and... 
    Work at office

    1823 Partners

    New York, NY
    2 days ago
  • $240k - $285k

    Description Fox Rothschild has an opening in the New York office for an attorney in our renowned Labor & Employment Department, working with our...  ...be required to perform additional duties. Additionally, management reserves the right to review and revise the job description... 
    Work at office
    Full time
    For contractors

    U.S. Bankruptcy Court - District of CT

    New York, NY
    4 days ago
  • $90k - $120k

    Immigration Staff Attorney Position NYCDS seeks an immigration staff...  ...defense attorneys. Founded in 1997, New York County Defender Services (NYCDS) is a public defender office located in downtown Manhattan....  ...and other advocates. Manage a high‑volume caseload. Present... 
    Work at office
    Flexible hours

    Neier Inc.

    New York, NY
    9 hours ago
  • $150k - $210k

     ...Join a highly respected New York plaintiff-side firm...  ...team in a collaborative office environment. Note:...  ...workers' compensation attorney experience and be admitted...  ...through resolution Manage files, deadlines, and...  ...Collaborate with attorneys, paralegals, and support staff to... 
    Work at office
    Full time
    Summer work

    Broughton Group

    New York, NY
    9 hours ago
  • $90k - $105k

     ...Executive Assistant job at Trueline. New York, NY. This role, for a premier...  ...to join their New York office. What You'll Do as the Legal...  ...directly with a firm Partner, managing their inbox, calls, and calendar...  ...-date filing systems Manage attorney calendars and coordinate... 
    Work at office

    Payfuture Technologies

    New York, NY
    5 days ago
  • Leveraged Finance Of Counsel Attorney (NY) job at Pernini Legal, LLC. New York, NY. LEVERAGED FINANCE OF COUNSEL ATTORNEY Location: New York, NY HYBRID A...  ...Demonstrated proficiency in drafting , negotiation , and deal management . Experience in some or all of the following areas... 
    Flexible hours

    Payfuture Technologies

    New York, NY
    2 days ago
  •  ...Description Job Summary Sr. Attorney TEEMA Full-time Hybrid | New York, United States The Opportunity...  ...company that is opening up a new office in NY. Job Summary: We are...  ...communication skills. ~ Ability to manage multiple clients or cases simultaneously... 
    Work at office
    Hourly pay
    Full time
    For contractors

    TEEMA

    New York, NY
    14 days ago
  • $75k - $90k

    Talent Acquisition Sales Recruiter II - New York FiDi job at Paycom Online. New York, NY. This position has a starting...  ...have access to front line hiring managers to understand hiring needs and goals...  ...: Proficient in Microsoft office Working knowledge of applicant tracking... 
    Work at office
    Flexible hours

    Paycom Online

    New York, NY
    1 day ago
  • $85k - $165k

     ...associate to join our Business and Commercial practice group in our New York City office. We work hard to resolve disputes before they turn into...  ...firm's connective culture. Join #TeamGS today. Department: Attorney This is a full time position #J-18808-Ljbffr... 
    Work at office
    Full time
    Contract work
    Immediate start
    Flexible hours

    Unternehmensauskunft

    New York, NY
    2 days ago
  • $150k

    OPERATING LEAD Apply here Location: New York, NY Reporting to: Sophie Purdom, Managing Partner Planeteer Capital is a...  ...a firm newsletter. Support Fund II fundraising efforts. Organize our...  ...and AI workflows. Based in our NYC office. Compensation Planeteer offers... 
    Work at office
    Local area

    VC Stack

    New York, NY
    2 days ago
  • $3,180 per week

     ...Registered Nurse (RN) | Administration / Management Location: New York, NY Agency: OneStaff Medical Pay: $3,180 per week Shift Information...  ...start up” mentality and still offering the great office environment perks of some larger corporate 'best places... 
    Work at office
    Hourly pay
    Full time
    Contract work
    Temporary work
    Work experience placement
    Immediate start
    Flexible hours
    Shift work

    TravelNurseSource

    New York, NY
    3 days ago
  • $104.5k - $325k

     ...Team as a Litigation Paralegal at Axiom We...  ...work on-site in New York City with our client...  ...You would support attorneys across a variety...  ...discovery, case management, and general litigation...  ...in Microsoft Office Suite and legal research...  ...Chance Ordinance, NY Fair Chance Act,... 
    Work at office
    Full time
    Flexible hours

    Axiom Talent Platform

    New York, NY
    4 days ago
  • $48k - $77k

     ...Word, PowerPoint and Excel Ability to quickly adopt and learn new technologies Ability to maintain confidential information...  ...offered to a successful candidate, who will work in the New York City office, will be dependent on several factors that may include but are... 
    Work at office
    Hourly pay
    Casual work

    Kaufman Borgeest & Ryan

    New York, NY
    1 day ago
  •  ...Claudie Pierlot Location: SMCP North America Corporate Office @ 44 Wall Street, New York, NY Pay & Schedule: $17/hour, 40 hours/week The SMCP...  ...Create and produce reports from internal performance management database utilizing Excel, Word, PowerPoint. Assist in... 
    Work at office
    Internship
    3 days per week

    SMCP NORTH AMERICA (US, CANADA)

    New York, NY
    19 days ago

Do you want to receive more vacancies?

Subscribe and receive similar vacancies to Paralegal II, Managing Attorney Office - New York, NY. Be the first to apply!