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Job Description Long Island based Law Office specializing in personal injury and medical malpractice seeks a personable, organized and motivated full-time Paralegal/Legal Assistant to join our firm. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS (DO NOT APPLY UNLESS MEET): • BI-LINGUAL: English and Spanish, • Minimum of 2-3 years in a personal injury or medical malpractice law firm., • Full Time; In-Office in New Hyde Park, NY, • Tech savvy and familiar with lead and case management systems, • Ability to manage court calendar, • Clear communication skills and ability to speak with clients, witnesses, opposing counsel, experts, etc., • Ability to follow work-process guidelines, multi-task and prioritize workload to meet deadlines, • Proficient with legal research software, • Proficiency with Microsoft 365 tools and Google Suite, • Reliable and responsible., • Collaborative mindset with a commitment to ethical standards and excellence, • Must be a proactive and have a can-do positive attitude. Responsibilities include: • Handling new client intakes, • Managing cases through proprietary database, • Securing required documents from clients, including retainer documentation, medical records, authorizations., • Open claims with carriers; file no fault applications, • Drafting: Summons and Complaints; Bills of Particulars; Discovery Responses; Discovery Demands; Requests for Preliminary Conferences; Note of Issues, Settlement Paperwork, etc., • Communicating with clients, other attorneys’ offices, experts, witnesses, medical providers, hospitals, etc. to obtain necessary records and documents., • Assist with preparation for depositions hearings and trial presentations, • Support firm’s daily operations SALARY COMMENSURATE WITH EXPERIENCE Send Resume and Cover Letter to Job Type: Full-time Pay: $50,000.00 - $60,000.00 per year Benefits: • Paid time off

Job Description Commercial Litigation Paralegal Location: Garden City, NY Schedule: Full-time, Monday–Friday (Day Shift, Hybrid: 4 days in the office) Compensation: $80,000 - $85,000 Per Year We are seeking an experienced Commercial Litigation Paralegal to join a busy and dynamic team. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to high-stakes litigation while working in a collaborative, supportive environment. Responsibilities: • Provide comprehensive support to attorneys throughout all phases of litigation, from case intake through trial and appeal., • Draft, review, and edit pleadings, discovery materials, subpoenas, and legal correspondence., • Manage and organize case files, exhibits, discovery, and evidence., • Conduct factual and legal research, including review of statutes, case law, and regulations., • Assist with e-discovery, document production, and analysis of large volumes of records., • Coordinate depositions, hearings, mediations, and trial logistics., • Track and maintain deadlines, filing requirements, and case calendars., • Liaise with clients, experts, opposing counsel, and court staff as needed., • Bachelor’s degree and/or paralegal certificate (ABA-approved program preferred)., • Minimum 3 years of litigation paralegal experience, with commercial litigation strongly preferred., • Thorough knowledge of state and federal court rules, discovery practices, and filing procedures., • Skilled with legal research platforms (LexisNexis, Westlaw) and e-discovery tools., • Strong written and verbal communication abilities., • Highly organized with strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities., • Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package., • Annual bonus eligibility., • Exposure to complex, high-profile litigation matters., • Supportive and team-oriented culture., • Ongoing professional development and training opportunities.

Job DescriptionSalary: $60k-$75k Elder Law Medicaid Paralegal/Legal Assistant Our legal team is committed to providing each client with quality counsel, innovative solutions, and personalized service. Founded in 2000, the firm offers the legal expertise of its 115+ attorneys, who have accumulated experience and problem-solving skills over decades of practice. We are a prominent Lake Success Law Firm seeking a Paralegal for its growing Elder Law and Estate Planning Practice. The successful candidate will have minimally 5 years of experience as a Medicaid Paralegal. Successful Candidate A self-starter with a strong work ethic and organizational skills are essential for this position. Must have good oral communication and analytical skills. The ability to communicate and be personable with clients, adversaries, witnesses is paramount; must be true team player genuinely interested in working in a supportive, collaborative environment. Responsibilities: • Manage a Medicaid caseload., • Directly communicate with clients, social workers, hospitals, and nursing homes to gather relevant information for case files., • Organize and maintain case files and documents using document management systems., • Prepare and submit community and institutional Medicaid applications to the Department of Social Services, including any supplementary documentation required., • Calculate and prepare Promissory Notes as needed., • Prepare and submit Joinder Agreements for Pooled Trust Companies, • Assist clients with asset transfers to meet Medicaid eligibility criteria., • Track Medicaid applications and provide status updates to clients., • Timely respond to inquiries from clients and the Department of Social Services., • 5-10 years of experience as a Medicaid Paralegal, • Great organization and multitasking skills relating to document review, legal administrative procedures, phone etiquette., • Demonstrated ability to be flexible and prioritize work tasks in an effective manner., • Strong attention to detail., • Familiarity and proficiency with document management systems, • Collaborative with a can-do attitude, • Comfortable working with all levels of business professionals, including senior management and all colleagues at other departments in a fast-paced environment., • Proficiency in MS Office and Outlook Competitive salary commensurate with experience Salary Range: $60k-$75k Benefits: Medical, Dental 401K This position is based out of Lake Success, NY

Job Description The legal department for a data and tech driven SMB revenue-based financing company, based out of Cedarhurst that is seeking a Paralegal to join their team! As part of the Legal Department, the Paralegal will play a key role in supporting legal operations, drafting and reviewing agreements, ensuring compliance, and assisting with the management of MCA-related legal matters. Responsibilities: • Draft, review, and manage contracts, agreements, and other legal documents related to Merchant Cash Advance transactions., • Assist in due diligence, lien searches, and UCC filings., • Maintain and organize legal files, correspondence, and records., • Support attorneys in preparation for litigation or settlement negotiations., • Monitor compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and internal policies., • Liaise with external counsel and internal departments as needed., • Conduct legal research and provide summaries and recommendations., • Oher duties as assignedQualifications:, • Prior experience as a Paralegal in a legal department or law firm, preferably with exposure to MCA or commercial finance., • Strong knowledge of Merchant Cash Advance agreements and legal processes., • Familiarity with UCC filings, liens, and collections is a plus., • Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail., • Strong written and verbal communication skills., • Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.

Job Description The Role We’re not hiring just any paralegal. We’re hiring the paralegal — someone who will serve as the attorney’s right hand and make a real impact. At David Fogel P.C., we’re a small but mighty firm that takes our work seriously (without being uptight or stuffy). We thrive on a collaborative, high-performance environment — where reliability, accountability, and a good sense of humor are non-negotiable. We're looking for a Commercial Litigation Paralegal who is experienced, trustworthy, and capable of managing litigation cases from client intake through resolution. This person should be confident, highly organized, self-driven, and great with clients — someone who is professional but easy to work with, and genuinely wants to be helpful. If you're the type who takes initiative and wants to be an indispensable part of something meaningful, this could be your perfect next step. What You’ll Do You’ll act as a strategic partner to the attorney and own a variety of litigation responsibilities, including: • Client intake and onboarding, organizing new matters, • Drafting pleadings including summons, complaints, answers, counterclaims, etc., • Communicating with the courts and adversaries, including opposing counsel and self-represented parties, • Preparing and responding to discovery demands, subpoenas, and disclosures, • Drafting and organizing motion papers: notices of motion, affirmations/affidavits, memoranda of law, and exhibits, • Performing factual and legal research, • Managing court filings through NYSCEF, • Communicating regularly with clients and helping cultivate relationships, • Managing case deadlines and proactively maintaining calendars and workflows, • Assisting with trial preparation and maintaining orderly, complete legal files You’ll also support the growth and efficiency of the practice by identifying areas to improve systems and helping the firm move cases forward without missing a beat. What We’re Looking For You’re more than capable — you’re the person people count on. Here’s what makes you a great fit: • 1+ year of commercial litigation experience particularly in New York civil litigation, • Comfortable handling cases from intake to resolution, • Strong knowledge of NY legal procedures, filings, and motion practice, • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, • High-level attention to detail and document management, • Proficient with MS Word (track changes/redlining, formatting), • Comfortable with PDFs (e-signatures, redaction, combining documents), • Experience with NYSCEF e-filing, • Tech-savvy and fast learner — you know your way around a PC, • Genuinely helpful, upbeat, and client-focused, • Thrives under deadlines and stays organized, • Takes initiative and finds solutions without being asked, • Confident, respectful, and reliable — you show up and follow through, • You enjoy working both independently and collaboratively with a team, • Bonus if you love pizza and have a good sense of humor

Job DescriptionSalary: $60k-$75k Elder Law and Estate Planning Paralegal/Legal Assistant Our legal team is committed to providing each client with quality counsel, innovative solutions, and personalized service. Founded in 2000, the firm offers the legal expertise of its 115+ attorneys, who have accumulated experience and problem-solving skills over decades of practice. We are a prominent Lake Success Law Firm seeking a Paralegal for its growing Elder Law and Estate Planning Practice. The successful candidate will have minimally 5 years of experience as a Medicaid and/or Estate Planning Paralegal. Successful Candidate A self-starter with a strong work ethic and organizational skills are essential for this position. Must have good oral communication and analytical skills. The ability to communicate and be personable with clients, adversaries, witnesses is paramount; must be true team player genuinely interested in working in a supportive, collaborative environment. Responsibilities: • Manage a Medicaid caseload., • Directly communicate with clients, social workers, hospitals, and nursing homes to gather relevant information for case files., • Organize and maintain case files and documents using document management systems., • Prepare and submit community and institutional Medicaid applications to the Department of Social Services, including any supplementary documentation required., • Prepare and submit Joinder Agreements for Pooled Trust Companies, • Track Medicaid applications and provide status updates to clients., • Timely respond to inquiries from clients and the Department of Social Services., • Create asset spreadsheets and track asset transfers., • Prepare and organize client files for estate planning document executions., • Follow up for signed estate planning documents., • Maintain confidentiality of sensitive information. What you will need to have: • 5-10 years of experience as a Medicaid and/or Estate Planning Paralegal, • Great organization and multitasking skills relating to document review, legal administrative procedures, phone etiquette., • Demonstrated ability to be flexible and prioritize work tasks in an effective manner., • Strong attention to detail., • Familiarity and proficiency with document management systems, • Collaborative with a can-do attitude, • Comfortable working with all levels of business professionals, including senior management and all colleagues at other departments in a fast-paced environment., • Proficiency in MS Office and Outlook Competitive salary commensurate with experience Salary Range: $60k-$75k Benefits: Medical, Dental 401K This position is based out of Lake Success, NY

Job Description Personal Injury Paralegal Location: Westbury, NY Schedule: Full-time, hybrid Compensation: $70,000 - $75,000 Per Year We are seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Personal Injury Paralegal (Plaintiff Side). This role will provide critical support to attorneys throughout all stages of personal injury cases, from intake through settlement or trial. Key Responsibilities • Draft, review, and file legal documents such as complaints, discovery responses, subpoenas, motions, and settlement agreements., • Manage case files and ensure documentation is complete, accurate, and up to date., • Coordinate depositions, independent medical examinations (IMEs), and court appearances., • Request, analyze, and summarize medical records and billing statements., • Communicate with clients regularly to provide updates and obtain necessary information., • Monitor case deadlines and ensure all filings are completed in a timely manner., • Prepare trial binders, exhibits, and related materials for hearings and trials., • Minimum of 5 years of experience as a paralegal in a personal injury law firm., • Strong knowledge of personal injury litigation, legal procedures, and terminology., • Proficiency in legal case management systems and Microsoft Office Suite., • Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities., • Strong written and verbal communication skills., • Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively with attorneys, clients, medical providers, and opposing counsel., • Performance-based bonuses, • Medical & Dental insurance, • Retirement plan, • Paid time off and holidays, • Professional development opportunities

Job Description The Position Phillips & Associates seeks support drafting state and federal complaints, court pleadings, and motions (Remote/ Flexible) The Firm Phillips & Associates has established itself as the go-to law firm in New York for victims of sexual harassment and discrimination. Most recently, Phillips & Associates was selected as one of the “10 Best Employment & Labor Law Firms” in New York” by the American Institute of Legal Counsel. Additionally, many of our attorneys have achieved “best of” status in employment law. We only represent plaintiffs, not employers or management. Phillips & Associates is an equal opportunity employer. We value a diverse workforce and an inclusive culture. Phillips & Associates encourages applications from all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, marital status, citizenship, disability, and veteran status. Responsibilities Drafting federal employment discrimination complaints and other various documents, based on facts and information provided. Qualifications The ideal candidate will possess: • A minimum of 1-2 years of litigation or clerkship experience, • Experience handling investigations, hearings, and trials, • Demonstrated interest and skill in legal writing, research, and analysis, • An ability to write clearly, effectively, and persuasively, • Outstanding time management and organizational skills, with careful attention to detail, • A demonstrated ability to perform well independently and with grace under pressure in a fast-paced, multi-tasking environment, • A collaborative and collegial approach to work, and an ability and desire to work and learn in a team-based environment Please send a cover letter, resume, and recent writing sample to the Operations Manager, Vanessa Keys