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Lynn Poster-Zimmerman PC

Paralegal/Legal Assistant

Pay: $65,000–$75,000/yr
Posted: 2 weeks ago
Location: Huntington, NY (Onsite)
Last Updated: 2 weeks ago
Hours: Full-Time
Expires: 10/1/2026

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What they do

A Paralegal or Legal Assistant assists attorneys and law offices with a variety of tasks ranging from administrative support to legal research and writing. Maintains and organizes files or file databases. Conducts legal or other background research, assists with preparation for trials or hearings, and drafts documents to be filed. Uses software for electronic discovery of materials such as email for a trial. May specialize in a particular area of the law such as corporate or criminal law, family law or real estate law.

$66,324 / year median in New York

+2% projected growth

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Job Description

Small, very busy matrimonial/family law firm seeking full-time paralegal/legal assistant to join our staff of dedicated professionals. The ideal candidate must be able to work both collaboratively and independently, as well as be detail-oriented, self-motivated, and possess excellent organizational skills. The ability to multi-task, prioritize, manage workflow and communicate well, both verbally and in writing, with staff, clients, attorneys and Court personnel is of high importance.
Tasks will include the following:
  • Client intake and regular communication with clients.
  • Draft correspondence, pleadings, net worth statements, matrimonial packets, discovery demands and responses, as well as custody, support and order of protection petitions in Family Court, with particular attention to grammar, spelling and punctuation.
  • Assist with trial preparation, including organizing and uploading exhibits through the Virtual Evidence Room.
  • Monitor, track and comply with all submission dates for motions, discovery demands and responses, divorce submission packets and QDRO's.
  • Keep files organized; assist with telephone and monitoring of emails.
  • Knowledge of MS Word, E-filing and utilization of NYSCEF system is required.
  • Apply in the strictest confidence. Include resume and cover letter.
  • Compensation is commensurate with experience.
Job Type:
Full-time Salary:
$65,000.00
  • $75,000.
00 per year
Benefits:
401(k) and profit share Health insurance Paid vacation and sick days
Schedule:
Monday to
Friday Experience:
Matrimonial/family:
3
  • 5 years required for consideration.
Education:
Bachelor's (Preferred)
License:
Paralegal Certificate (Preferred)
Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
$65,000.00
  • $75,000.
00 per year
Benefits:
401(k) Health insurance Retirement plan
Work Location:
In person