Litigation Paralegal

Job Title: Litigation Paralegal

FLSA Status: Exempt

Reports to: Attorney

Hourly/Salaried: Salaried

Department: Legal

Salary Range: $50,000-$65,000

Direct Reports: 0

Company Overview:

Join our dynamic and mission-driven law firm advocating for our fellow New Yorkers fighting their residential and commercial landlord tenant disputes. We are a new firm, blending the professionalism of an established practice with the innovation and mission-focus of a startup. Our clients rely on us to provide compassionate and effective legal support, guidance, counseling and litigation services as they navigate their disputes. We are located in the heart of New York City's Financial District.

The Why:

Consumer Legal Group just celebrated its two-year anniversary. Our business is steadily growing and we have expanded our footprint with our new subsidiary, the Tenant Counsel Network (TCN). TCN represents commercial and residential tenants facing eviction or whom are otherwise involved in landlord tenant disputes. This new platform has grown exponentially in the last four months. We are interested in growing further and seek to hire dynamic litigators looking to make a real difference in the lives of our clients. We are seeking paralegals with at least two years experience, to contribute to the continued expansion and success of our teams.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Conduct thorough legal research on various topics, including case law, statutes, and regulations.

Draft, prepare & review of legal documents, including contracts, answers, motions, negotiations, follow ups with opposing counsel and agreements. Ensure accuracy, proper formatting, and adherence to legal guidelines.

Proactive, empathetic and accurate communication with clients about all matters.

Comfortable being the liaison between the attorney and the clients on all matters.

Assist and collaborate with attorneys in all aspects of trial preparation, discovery, including organizing case files, researching relevant case precedents, and drafting trial-related documents.

Assistance in all phases of Landlord/Tenant and Civil Court matters.

Communicate with clients to gather necessary information, provide updates on case progress, and address any of their questions or concerns. Maintain professional and confidential client relationships.

Assist attorneys in managing caseloads, including organizing and maintaining case files, tracking deadlines, and managing document databases.

Stay up to date with changes in laws, regulations, and legal precedents relevant to assigned practice areas. Inform senior attorneys about legal developments that may impact client matters.

Collaborate with colleagues and other legal professionals to brainstorm strategies, share knowledge, and contribute to the overall success of the legal team.

Assist with other projects as needed.

Minimum Role Requirements:

Must have a bachelors degree.

Admission to and a member in good standing of the NYS Bar.

1-3 years of experience as an paralegal.

Strong understanding and execution on drafting documentation.

Ability to juggle multiple priorities within tight time constraints.

Flexibility to adapt to changing priorities and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.

Proficiency in CRM software and legal billing.

Strong communication, both verbal and written, and presentation skills.

Ability to work independently and as a member of a team.

Customer service-oriented with a sense of urgency.

Strategic thinking and analytical skills.

Ability to comfortably navigate Google Suite Programs (Google Docs, Slides, Sheets, & Forms).

Bilingual, Spanish would be helpful but not required.