About the Opportunity
Our client is a notable law firm seeking to hire a Corporate Paralegal. Within this position, you will be responsible for assisting the Corporate Restructuring practice area attorneys. This position will be based in their New York City office and has a hybrid working schedule: (3x) in-office/ (2x) remote. The firm has a historically-low turnover, cares deeply for its employees, and fosters a truly collaborative and inclusive culture.
The annual base salary range is $70,000 to $90,000. Actual compensation offered to the successful candidate may vary from posted hiring range based upon geographic location, work experience, education, and/or skill level, among other things. Details about eligibility for bonus compensation (if applicable) will be finalized at the time of offer.
Job Responsibilities
- Prepare rough drafts and proofread before finalizing legal documents.
- Open new files, perform conflict checks, and at the attorney’s request, draft an acknowledgment or engagement letter to the client.
- Utilize proper discovery and document production procedures to ensure an accurate copy of documents produced is retained and available for future reference.
- Maintains attorney calendar by denoting due dates for answers, depositions, and other pleadings, hearings, trial calendars, etc.
- Ensures exact compliance with client guidelines relating to preparation and mailing of cc/bcc, copying of documents, and other client requirements.
Job Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree
- 3+years of experience at a law firm
- *Billing experience is a MUST*
- Strong communication skills
- Strong proofreading skills
