What are the responsibilities and job description for the Legal Assistant position at Carden Dotzler Hammond, PLLC?
CDH Law, PLLC is a five-attorney criminal defense and family law firm in Syracuse, New York, seeking a full-time Legal Assistant. We handle a high volume of matters across criminal defense, matrimonial & family law, DWI & traffic law, real estate, and estates. We need someone who can keep up.
**About the Firm**
CDH Law was founded in 2015 by former prosecutors, law enforcement officers, and veterans. Our team includes five paralegals, in-house investigators, and regular law student interns and summer associates. We have built a reputation in the Syracuse legal community through disciplined client service and results.
**What We're Looking For**
You are organized, professional, and client-focused. You manage competing priorities without dropping the ball. You write clearly, research effectively, and communicate well with clients, attorneys, and court staff. You work independently when needed and collaborate when the job calls for it.
**Qualifications**
- Prior legal assistant or paralegal experience is not required for this position. We’re looking for strong written and verbal communication skills, the ability to manage a high-volume caseload with accuracy, and most importantly the ability to learn quickly and think on your feet.
Veterans and members of underrepresented groups are encouraged to apply.
**Compensation and Benefits**
Hourly rate: $16–$20, commensurate with experience
- Paid health, dental, and vision insurance - Retirement plan with employer matching - Paid holidays - Paid networking events - Office on Tipperary Hill with off-street parking and an in-house gym
Pay: $16.00 - $20.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Free parking
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Opportunities for advancement
- Paid sick time
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $16 - $20