Overview
Commercial Collections Paralegal Jobs in Rochester, NY at Relin, Goldstein & Crane, LLP
Job Overview
Downtown Rochester law firm invites applicants with a minimum three years litigation experience looking for a long-lasting career in a stable and rewarding office setting to apply. Excellent opportunity for a motivated Paralegal with a strong work ethic, organizational skills, the drive to succeed and willingness to learn. Salary contingent upon applicable legal experience such as drafting pleadings, filing court documents/e-filing, and handling court and client correspondence regarding legal matters. Ideal candidate is seeking a culture that values loyalty and long-term relationships, and is interested in working with an established team of experienced legal assistants, paralegals, supervisors and attorneys.
Responsibilities
- Work in a team environment preparing legal documents under attorney supervision
- Drafting and editing pleadings and correspondence for attorneys
- Communicating with courts, adversaries, and clients
- Update supervising attorney on a high volume of cases and manage the calendar for attorney appearances
- Draft basic legal correspondence and edit form pleadings to fit specific fact scenarios
- Ensure all client and internal systems are updated to include actions taken and all correspondence
- Follow various client requirements and adapt when updates to processes occur
- Handle confidential client information in a professional and trustworthy manner
- Work flexibly and manage changing priorities
- Work full-time, on-site during regular business hours
Skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Strong customer service skills
- Strong organizational skills
- Attention to detail
- Must be able to multi-task and work in a fast-paced environment
- Must be able to work independently and as part of a team
- Ability to work with confidential information in a discreet and professional manner
- Ability to handle a large caseload
- Able to prioritize and work under a tight schedule
- Willingness to learn and the ability to interpret and follow instructions quickly and efficiently
- Professionalism, good judgment and the ability to perform in high pressure situations
Education/Experience: An equivalent combination of the following:
- Bachelor’s Degree required, legal or paralegal studies preferred
- 3 or more years of litigation experience required
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office products required
Other
- Background check required as screening after an offer is accepted
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $25.00 – $30.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- What experience do you have communicating with courts and clients regarding legal matters?
- Why are you interested in working at our law office?
- What experience do you have in drafting documents?
Work Location: In person
Title: Commercial Collections Paralegal
Company: Relin, Goldstein & Crane, LLP
Location: Rochester, NY
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