Overview
Paralegal Jobs in Nyack, NY at The Marcowitz Law Firm, PLLC
Prairie State Legal Services is seeking a Paralegal to join our team in the Peoria office. Paralegals at PSLS provide a wide range of support to attorneys that enable them to serve some of the most vulnerable members of our communities, including low-income individuals, older adults, veterans, and people with disabilities. We focus services on legal problems that impact the ability of our clients to meet their basic human needs, including physical safety, access to healthcare, adequate housing, and financial stability. Prairie State is the only legal aid organization in the majority of our area, and we pride ourselves on providing high-quality legal services to our clients while fostering a work environment that is motivating, collaborative, and rewarding, with plenty of opportunities for professional growth.
Responsibilities
Among other duties as assigned, the Paralegal will:
Maintain contact with clients to provide information on the status of their cases
Prepare pleadings and correspondence for Attorneys as assigned
Prepare correspondence and documents for direct services to clients
Monitor case files to see that they contain all required documents
Generate and mail notices for court proceedings and schedule matters on the court docket
Working with PSLS attorneys to assist clients in a wide range of legal problems, including family law, domestic violence litigation, administrative law, Social Security Disability benefits, landlord/tenant, and other matters
Supporting the attorneys in their legal work, including assisting with and preparation of routine pleadings, notices, subpoenas, correspondence, and other similar documents; scheduling court dates; e-filing; scheduling client appointments in open cases; assisting with medical and other records requests; assisting attorneys with file organization and review of closed files; and assisting with filing
Entering client information and data into case management software
Performing a variety of other office tasks such as typing, copying, faxing, and emailing
Assisting with medical and other records requests
Periodically assisting with off-site intake
Salary and Benefits
The Paralegal position is a full-time position at 37.5 hours per week. PSLS offers a salary that is competitive with similar organizations. The Paralegal position salary range is $42,000 to $54,139 annually for candidates who meet the minimum qualifications and increase with relevant experience. PSLS is committed to providing an excellent, comprehensive benefits package to its full-time employees that includes:
Health insurance, including the opportunity to qualify for wellness credit
Dental Insurance
Vision insurance
403b retirement plan, including employer contributions
Extensive training and education program
PTO that starts at nearly 3 weeks/year and increases with additional years worked at PSLS
Paid sick leave
6 weeks of paid parental leave after one year of employment
12 paid holidays
Qualifications
2-year associate degree, 4-year bachelor’s degree, and/or a paralegal certificate
Previous legal experience preferred
Excellent organizational and oral/written communication skills
Proficient with computers and online tools
Travel to other offices is necessary; valid driver’s license and/or reliable transportation is required
We will give preference to candidates who have experience providing services to low-income individuals
Application Details – Resumes accepted until position is filled
Please indicate “Paralegal-Peoria” in the subject line and email a letter Identifying your office preference and explaining your interest and experience, resume, and three references to [email protected].
PSLS is an equal opportunity employer that strives to create a diverse and inclusive working environment. We recruit, employ, pay, and promote qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, national origin or citizenship, ancestry, religion, sex, disability, familial status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, pregnancy, military status or unfavorable discharge from military service, or other characteristics protected by law.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $42,000.00 – $54,139.00 per year
Benefits:
Dental insurance
Employee assistance program
Flexible spending account
Health insurance
Health savings account
Life insurance
Paid time off
Parental leave
Retirement plan
Vision insurance
Schedule:
Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
Title: Paralegal
Company: The Marcowitz Law Firm, PLLC
Location: Nyack, NY
