What are the responsibilities and job description for the Entry Level Paralegal - Stamford position at friedmanvartolo?
The Company
Friedman Vartolo LLP is a fast-growing, New York-based law firm specializing in real estate and default services, with over 300 employees providing top-tier legal services to our clients in seven states. While our legal expertise sets us apart, it's our mindset that drives us forward. We bring a fresh, fast-paced energy that drives our momentum and shapes how we approach every challenge.
We are a company that chooses to dig deeper, solving problems at the root instead of settling for surface fixes. Here, there are no passengers because every individual adds value, owns outcomes, and moves the firm forward. With an underdog mentality, we embrace constant elevation, always sharpening, always climbing, and never coasting. When challenges come, we row together and lean in as one team to get the job done, no matter what.
The Position
We are seeking an Entry-Level Paralegal to join our rapidly growing team. We're looking for bright, enthusiastic individuals, who will bring a strong work ethic and eagerness to grow alongside the firm. The firm is actively searching for applicants who are confident that they are capable of great things and is comfortable training intelligent individuals with limited prior experience.
Responsibilities
- Draft documents such as motions, pleadings, correspondence, and other legal documents.
- E-filing with various court systems.
- Document recording.
- Maintain client and case files.
- Correspond with and update clients.
- Maintain filing/document system.
- Organize and maintain the group's calendars, provide & adhere to legal deadlines.
- Organize and archive the documents related to completed and ongoing litigations.
- Prepare reports for attorney(s).
Requirements
- Superior organizational skills, research, and writing skills.
- Detail oriented.
- Independent worker; Deadline driven.
- Able to manage a heavy workload.
- Confident and comfortable on the phone.
- Works well under pressure
- Excellent time management skills.
- Bachelor's degree required
- Internship experience a huge plus!
Compensation/Benefits
This is an entry level position. Compensation is $18/hour. We also offer a full benefits package, including medical/dental/vision, Flex Spending Account, fitness reimbursement and 401k with match.
ADA Compliance
Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), it is the policy of Friedman Vartolo to provide reasonable accommodations when requested by a qualified applicant or candidate with a disability, unless such accommodation would cause an undue hardship for Friedman Vartolo. If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete a job application, pre-employment testing, a job interview or to otherwise participate in the hiring process, please contact Recruitment at recruitment@friedmanvartolo.com to request an accommodations.
Location
This position is located in our Stamford, CT office.
Salary : $18