Find & Apply For Paralegal / Legal Assistant Jobs in Cortland, New York

Cortland Law Firm has an immediate opening for a full-time competant Legal Assistant to help with the organization and running of the daily operations of our small law office. A two-year paralegal degree preferred or equivalent experience. The ideal candidate will be a hard-working reliable individual able to undertake a variety of law office tasks and work diligently under pressure. This person will be comfortable working with a high degree of attention to detail and discretion and a multi-tasker. Applicant must be motivated, customer service oriented, able to work in a team environment, as well as work alone and capable of multi-tasking in a fast-paced environment. Salary depending on experience, medical insurance and retirement benefits available. Please submit resume, references and a writing sample to jennifers@cortlandattorneys.com or by mail at PO Box 828, Cortland, NY 13045. Responsibilities Scan/store digital records and pleadings ensuring accuracy and validity of information Assist with sending form letters requesting various records and keeping track of such requests. Assist lawyer with various duties from responding to emails, management of client files. Skills Proven experience as an law office assistant role Knowledge of excel spreadsheets. Working knowledge of office equipment General understanding of law office procedures Excellent organizational and time management skills Analytical abilities and aptitude in problem-solving Excellent written and verbal communication skills Proficiency in

MS Office Pay:

$16.00 - $20.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) Health insurance Paid time off People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Work Location:

In person