Overview
Paralegal (Temporary) Jobs in New York, NY at Fibi Law Firm
We are a well-established and busy Tulsa law firm providing high-quality legal services in the areas of estate planning, business transactional work, probate, and oil and gas. Our team is dedicated to delivering exceptional legal support with a focus on efficiency, integrity, and client care.
Position Overview:
We are seeking a full-time, experienced Paralegal or Legal Secretary to our growing Estate and Business Planning law firm. This role involves managing our client cases and overseeing the legal department, assisting with drafting estate plans under the direction of our attorneys, work directly with clients, notarize legal documents, and support our attorneys. Exceptional customer service is a must.
This position is Monday – Friday from 8:00am to 5:00 pm. The ideal candidate will be personable, highly organized, and extremely detail-oriented. Our ideal candidate has some estate and business planning experience, a willingness to obtain a public notary license, presents a professional appearance, understands the value of hard work, wants to work in an exciting environment, is smart, reliable, ambitious, and is great at multi-tasking. We want someone that wants a career, to grow with a company and be challenged, wants to learn and someone who will be around for the long haul.
Key Responsibilities:
Assist with drafting and preparing legal documents such as estate planning documents, contracts, deeds, and probate pleadings
Assist with document management, filings, and correspondence
Maintain attorney calendars and coordinate scheduling for meetings, court dates, and deadlines
Communicate professionally with clients, courts, and other parties
Conduct basic legal research and gather relevant case information
Ensure all case files are accurate, organized, and up-to-date
Assist with file organization related to oil and gas matters, including title work and lease agreements
Qualifications:
Prior experience as a paralegal or legal secretary (2 + years preferred);
Strong working knowledge of legal terminology and procedures, particularly in estate planning, probate, and oil & gas;
Microsoft Word, Adobe, Excel, and legal practice management software such as Clio (Experience with document automation is a bonus.);
Excellent editing and grammar skills;
Legal research experience including familiarity with Westlaw, Lexis Nexus, and other legal research platforms;
Discretion regarding all firm and client matters;
Excellent written and verbal communication skills;
Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills;
Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently;
Paralegal certification or relevant legal training preferred but not required.
Benefits:
Competitive salary based on experience
Health insurance
Paid holidays and vacation time
Friendly, collaborative work environment
Opportunities for professional growth
How to Apply:
Please send your resume and a brief cover letter detailing your experience and interest in the position to [email protected] with the subject line “Paralegal/Legal Secretary Application – [Your Name]”.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $18.00 – $25.00 per hour
Benefits:
Health insurance
Paid time off
Schedule:
Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
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Title: Paralegal (Temporary)
Company: Fibi Law Firm
Location: New York, NY
