Role OverviewCovenant House New York's Legal Department is seeking a Paralegal to assist the Legal Affairs team with administrative tasks and certain tasks related to investigations, policies, and presentations. The role involves supporting League policy management, drafting legal documents, conducting legal research, and managing documents and electronic files.
What You Will Do
The Paralegal will assist with preparing PowerPoint presentations, assist with investigatory needs, draft legal documents, and conduct legal research. Additional responsibilities include providing support for independent contractor processes, interviewing clients, and managing documents and electronic files.
Why It Might Be a Fit
The ideal candidate is a detail-oriented, self-motivated individual with outstanding organizational and analytical skills. They should have excellent written and verbal communication skills, ability to proofread material for grammatical or spelling errors, and sound business judgment. The candidate should be able to work independently as well as collaboratively and have a high level of commitment to quality work product and organizational ethics, integrity, and compliance.
Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree
- 2+ years at a law firm or in-house as a paralegal or legal assistant
- Certified Paralegal Certificate or Certified Legal Professional
Benefits
- Competitive salary
- Paid time off
- Health insurance
- Retirement plan
- Professional development opportunities
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