RecruitPod Global · 13 hours ago
Legal Assistant/Paralegal
New Hyde Park, NY
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
3+ years expRecruitPod Global is a vibrant, busy, and growing full-service law firm seeking to expand their professional staff by adding a Legal Assistant / Paralegal. This role will support the Mental Health and Hygiene practice group and involves drafting litigation documents, maintaining files, and liaising with clients throughout the litigation process.
Staffing & Recruiting
Hiring Manager
Mohammed Azimuddin Sharif
Responsibilities
Draft litigation documents, including motions, orders, and post-judgment papers
Draft correspondence and court-related documents in accordance with judicial procedures
Prepare, organize, and maintain files in both paper and electronic formats
Maintain detailed Outlook calendars, including scheduling and coordinating internal and external meetings
Knowledge of guardianship pleadings and proceedings is helpful
Manage administrative duties including arranging conference calls and meetings, copying, scanning, printing, and file maintenance
Create, edit, format, and proofread letters, memoranda, and other documents using Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Request conflict checks, open new client matters, and submit electronic approvals as needed
Liaise directly with clients and third parties throughout all phases of litigation and/or case resolution
Answer phone calls and take accurate messages for multiple attorneys while managing calendars
Assist with additional ad hoc projects as needed
Qualification
Required
3–5 years of experience in an administrative and litigation support capacity
Experience drafting legal documents throughout all phases of litigation, including discovery requests, RJIs, motions, stipulations, subpoenas, notices, and post-judgment papers
Experience formatting briefs and preparing exhibit books
OCR document experience
Experience filing court documents, including e-filing in both state and federal courts (NYSCEF and ECF)
Experience tracking court dates and deadlines
Ability to manage a high-volume caseload with strong organizational skills
Eagerness to learn and take initiative
Proficiency with MS Office (Excel, Outlook), Adobe, Westlaw, Litify, or similar systems
Excellent written and verbal communication skills with a polished presentation
3–5 years of experience providing administrative and litigation support in a law firm environment
Strong client service and problem-solving skills
Highly detail-oriented with excellent organizational abilities
Proactive and anticipatory work style
Ability to work well under pressure in a fast-paced environment
Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with attorneys and staff at all levels
Preferred
Knowledge of guardianship pleadings and proceedings is helpful
Paralegal Certificate preferred
Familiarity with law firm billing systems (Litify or equivalent preferred, not required)
Benefits
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Paid Holidays
401(k)
Medical and Life Insurance
Employee Referral Program
Mentoring and professional development opportunities
And more!
Company
RecruitPod Global
RecruitPod Global offers personalized hiring solutions to meet end-to-end consulting services, empowering businesses to achieve their strategic goals and optimize their operations.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageCompany data provided by crunchbase