What are the responsibilities and job description for the In-House Process Server position at Belkin Burden Goldman LLP?
Belkin Burden Goldman, LLP is premier New York City real estate law firm located in midtown Manhattan. We are a team of transactional, regulatory, administrative and litigation attorneys dedicated to providing the highest level of real estate advocacy and counseling. We are looking for an organized and independent individual to serve legal documents throughout the New York City boroughs. The person will be a process server, responsible for serving legal court documents for a Landlord and Tenant law firm (not a process serving agency).
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Serve legal documents in accordance with applicable rules and regulations, including all record-keeping requirements.
- Knowledge of CPLR 735 and RPAPL 308 laws that pertain to serving and filing of legal documents.
- Administrative duties also include, but are not limited to the preparation of affidavit of services, usage of copy machine and usage of postal machine.
- Knowledge of filing document in the various NYC courts that pertain to filing of affidavits.
- Ability to travel to various locations in the New York City boroughs.
- Adhere to all of the Firm’s policies and procedures.
- Other duties as assigned on an as needed basis.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:
- Must hold an active New York process server license, meeting all certification requirements.
- A desire to work variable hours as work requires, and the ability to serve at night for a minimum of 2 days per week.
- Driver’s license a plus.
- Knowledge of New York City boroughs.
- Landlord-Tenant experience is a plus.
- Minimum of 3 years of experience in legal process serving.
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications and the ability to read and send emails via a mobile device.
- Attention to detail, strong organization skills, and take pride in their work.
- Strong interpersonal skills to communicate with a diverse group of attorneys and staff.
- Ability to multitask, prioritize and manage time effectively.
The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of essential functions, responsibilities, or requirements. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $60,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
Supplemental Pay:
- Bonus pay
Application Question(s):
- Do you have a valid NY process server's license?
Experience:
- Process Servers: 1 year (Preferred)
Work Location: One location