What are the responsibilities and job description for the Landlord- Tenant Paralegal position at Gitelman Law Group P.C.?
We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Landlord-Tenant Paralegal to join our dynamic legal team. In this vital role, you will support attorneys handling residential and commercial landlord-tenant disputes, and eviction proceedings.
You will prepare Rent Demands, non-payment, and holdover Petitions.
The ideal candidate is proactive, organized, and passionate about delivering exceptional legal support.
- Assist attorneys with all aspects of landlord-tenant law cases, including drafting pleadings, notices, and legal correspondence.
- Review and analyze legal documents such as leases, eviction notices, court filings, and affidavits for accuracy and compliance.
- Support attorneys in court filings, scheduling hearings, and coordinating with court personnel
- Maintain detailed project management logs to track case progress and deadlines.
- Provide clerical support such as filing documents electronically.
- Paralegal certification or equivalent experience in a law office setting with a focus on landlord-tenant law
- Proven experience with legal research platforms such as Westlaw or LexisNexis
- Strong knowledge of landlord-tenant law principles, eviction procedures, lease agreements, and related regulations
- Familiarity with legal case management software including iManage and PCLaw
- Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple cases simultaneously under tight deadlines
- Effective interviewing skills to gather detailed client information accurately
- Proficiency in document review, drafting legal correspondence, proofreading for accuracy, and transcribing notes
- Supporting litigation processes from initial filing through court appearance,
- Strong written communication skills with an emphasis on clarity and precision
- Outstanding phone etiquette coupled with professional demeanor in client interactions
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $45, $70,000.00 per year
Expected hours: 20.0 – 40.0 per week
Work Location: In person
Salary : $70,000