Legal and Compliance Paralegal

Description

Position Summary

Adams Leclair is seeking a highly organized, reliable, and self-sufficient Paralegal / Legal Assistant to support our attorneys through all phases of high-volume civil litigation matters. This position is well-suited for someone who enjoys structured, process-driven work, is comfortable managing recurring deadlines, and takes pride in producing accurate, timely results.

The ideal candidate can independently manage an active caseload with minimal supervision, stay on top of deadlines, and keep files and workflows running smoothly. Much of the work follows established procedures and templates, making this a great role for a paralegal who values consistency, organization, and efficiency.

We place a high value on professionalism, approachability, and teamwork. We are looking for someone who is collaborative, collegial, and communicative—someone who contributes positively to the firm culture and works well with attorneys, staff, clients, and self-represented parties.

Key Responsibilities

Gather, review, and organize documentation to support litigation matters

Conduct conflict checks and open new matters in the firm’s case-management system

Maintain accurate, well-organized electronic and physical case files

Prepare and file documents through NYSCEF and other applicable e-filing systems, ensuring compliance with procedural rules and deadlines

Assist with drafting and preparing pleadings and litigation documents, including petitions, summonses and complaints, motions, proposed orders, and notices of entry

Conduct background research and obtain public records as needed to support case progress

Coordinate and track service of process on parties and non-parties

Monitor attorney calendars, litigation deadlines, and scheduled court appearances

Communicate professionally and courteously with clients, opposing counsel, court personnel, and pro se litigants

Provide consistent, reliable support to attorneys on routine litigation tasks and workflow management

Work Hours:

Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM to 5:15 PM

Full-time position (37.5 hours per week)

Includes a 45-minute lunch break

This is an in-person position

Compensation & Benefits:

Competitive salary, commensurate with experience, ranging from $50,000 to $60,000, annually.

Paid holidays, vacation, and sick time.

Comprehensive benefits package

401(k) with employer safe harbor contribution.

Paid underground parking.

Qualifications

2–4 years of experience in civil litigation support, with prior work in foreclosure, default services, collections, or similar high-volume practices strongly preferred

Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple deadlines in a moderate-to-heavy caseload environment

Comfortable handling routine, repetitive, and process-driven tasks with accuracy and attention to detail

Self-directed and dependable; able to work independently without close supervision

Positive, cooperative, and team-oriented mindset—friendly, professional, and easy to work with

Clear and effective written and verbal communication skills

Associate’s degree or Paralegal Studies certificate preferred

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