Overview
Senior General Commercial RE Litigation Attorney Jobs in New York, NY at Kriss & Feuerstein
About us
Lighthouse Legal Services, PLLC
See: www.llslaw.com
We appreciate your interest. However, this job has strict requirements. Please only apply if you meet the requirements.
Applicants: All applications must include a resume and cover letter. This demonstrates your writing ability and attention to detail which are critical to the position.
The job is performed in office and requires puntcual daily attendance.
Compensation includes paid health insurance; 401k; PTO; holiday pay; life vision and dental insurance; paid training, and more.
LLS has an immediate opening for an experienced paralegal. Experience providing paralegal support to clients dealing with divorces, modifications, SAPCR’s, adoptions, and other family law related matters is highly preferred, but not required. This position will be responsible for providing a broad range of support to our attorneys and clients.
Typical responsibilities may include:
Maintaining client files in both paper and digital form.
Managing and protecting sensitive information.
Assisting clients in preparing financial information sheets and inventories and appraisements.
Maintaining calendars and addressing conflicts in a respectful and courteous manner.
Answering phones and keeping accurate messages.
Preparing and managing trial notebooks under the supervision of the attorneys.
The candidate must possess a client focused approach to work, be able to handle multiple assignments efficiently, work well under pressure, and have the flexibility to assist teams in meeting client demands on accelerated schedules.
The ideal candidate must have a strong work ethic, be a self-starter, and operate with strong initiative to meet billable requirements.
Preferred: 2 years recent paralegal experience. Board certification in family law.
Required Skills: Excellent proofreading and grammar skills. Keen attention to detail. Professional oral and written communication skills. Excellent email and telephone responsiveness. Ability and desire to learn. Demonstrated good judgment when making decisions. Familiarity with federal, state and local rules/filing procedures. Flexibility with work schedule is required to accommodate overtime.
Spanish fluency is preferred.
A background check will be required. Those who apply consent to having a background check conducted to include a review of the applicant’s criminal and credit history. While poor credit history and certain criminal history will not exclude an applicant, failure to disclose the issues will.
Employment history and an applicant’s work stability are critical to the mission of LLS. Candidates who have not been employed by the same company for at least two out of the last four will not be considered.
LLS is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, genetic information, protected veterans, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status or any other category prohibited by local, state or federal law.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $45,000.00 – $85,000.00 per year
Benefits:
401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Employee discount
Flexible schedule
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Parental leave
Professional development assistance
Retirement plan
Tuition reimbursement
Vision insurance
Schedule:
8 hour shift
Monday to Friday
Overtime
Weekends as needed
Application Question(s):
Do you have at least two year’s experience in a law firm, or do you hold a paralegal certificate? Do not submit your resume if not. Your application will not be considered.
Will you complete the assessments? Do not submit your resume if not. Your application will not be considered.
Are you willing to submit to a credit check and criminal background check? Do not submit your resume if not. Your application will not be considered.
Have you worked for the same employer for two continuous years within the last four years? Do not submit your resume if not. Your application will not be considered.
Education:
High school or equivalent (Required)
Language:
Spanish (Preferred)
Ability to Relocate:
Flower Mound, TX 75028: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Title: Senior General Commercial RE Litigation Attorney
Company: Kriss & Feuerstein
Location: New York, NY
