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Arraignment Paralegal (Manhattan) Jobs in New York, NY at Legal Aid Society
JOB DESCRIPTION:
We are a leading Southern California litigation law firm representing individuals and small businesses in business and real estate disputes. Our firm is committed to hiring and developing the best and brightest who can provide high-quality work service and results. They will be dedicated to excellence and continuous improvement.
QUALIFICATIONS:
CALIFORNIA BAR LICENSE
EXPERIENCE: 3-7 years of business and/or real estate litigation experience in LA County courts in a local law firm.
EDUCATION: JD from an accredited law school.
LOCATION: Live and work experience in LA County.
COMMUNICATION: Outstanding verbal and written communication skills. Spanish Speaking Optional.
CHARACTER:
i. Detailed oriented, diligent, and able to “hit the ground running.”
ii. Accept criticism and direction well.
iii. Ability to think and act independently with minimal supervision.
iv. Exceptional problem-solving skills and work ethic.
v. Professional appearance.
TECHNOLOGY: Advanced skills: Microsoft Outlook, Word, Adobe, Dropbox, Zoom, Slack, Asana, Lexis, Rutters Guides. Home office in a quiet professional location (no background noise).
REFERENCES: Trustworthy, dependable, and clear background report.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Applicants must have experience and the ability to complete the following independently:
Court Appearances (mostly remote, may be in-person): includes Case Management Conferences, Status/Trial Setting/Final Status Conferences, Motions, Depositions/Mediations/Trials.
Relationship Management: Supervise Paralegal(s), Communicate with clients, courts, and opposing counsels, may need to come into office twice a month.
Supervise/Delegate: Delegate, Revise, and Execute paralegal work product including Pleadings, Motions re: Service, Motions re: Default, Post Judgment, etc.
RESEARCH, DRAFTING, & DOCUMENTATION
Review case files including intakes, court case summaries, court filings, evidence, etc.
Legal Research Memos using: Rutter’s Guides, Annotated Codes, Lexis/Westlaw, Google, etc.
Draft and respond to legal documents:
i. Opposing Counsel Correspondence.
ii. Discovery/Responses/Motions
iii. Trial Documents: Briefs, Witness Lists, and Exhibit Lists
Assign, supervise, revise, and sign all substantive documents that paralegals prepare.
Document billable hours per client per month pursuant to approved budgets.
HOW TO APPLY:
1. Submit RESUME (ATTACHED as PDF)
2. Submit COVER LETTER (ATTACHED as PDF) including:
Describe your prior experience and qualifications for this position.
Provide your salary expectations.
Provide a link to your LinkedIn and/or social media so we can learn more about you.
3. Please attach PDF copies of your most recent and exemplary WRITING SAMPLES. This may include a research memo, a motion, and a brief of the same case, as applicable. Feel free to redact any sensitive information as needed.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to developing and advancing a diverse team. If you want to be part of an innovative firm, we’d love to hear from you!
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $100.00 – $150.00 per hour
Schedule:
Choose your own hours
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Sherman Oaks, CA 91403
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Title: Arraignment Paralegal (Manhattan)
Company: Legal Aid Society
Location: New York, NY
