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Paralegal/Legal & HR Assistant
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Romeo Auto Group
Kingston, NY (In Person)
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Job Description
Description We are looking for a motivated, experienced Paralegal / Legal Assistant or equivalent to join our team. The ideal candidate is a proactive self-starter who can work independently and provide high-quality support across a variety of legal and administrative matters. This is a key role that combines traditional paralegal work with HR responsibilities in a dynamic environment. Key Responsibilities
- Assist with small claims cases, including drafting complaints and answers, preparing court filings, managing deadlines, coordinating hearings, and enforcing money judgments.
- Support business and property acquisitions, including due diligence, contract preparation, title review, closing coordination, and post-closing matters.
- Handle land use and zoning issues, such as preparing and filing permit applications, variance requests, rezoning matters, and ensuring regulatory compliance.
- Provide HR support, including employee onboarding, maintaining personnel files, assisting with employment policies, compliance with labor laws, and general HR administration.
- Conduct legal research and draft memoranda, correspondence, contracts, and other legal documents.
- Maintain organized case and client files, track deadlines, and manage client communications.
- Perform general administrative and office support tasks as needed. What We Offer
- Competitive salary commensurate with experience
- Health, dental, and vision benefits
- Professional development opportunities
- Supportive and collaborative work environment
- Opportunity to make a significant impact in a growing organization Qualifications Qualifications
- Minimum 2+ years of relevant experience as a Paralegal or Legal Assistant.
- Strong self-starter mentality with the ability to take initiative and work independently with minimal supervision.
- Demonstrated experience in small claims, real estate/business transactions, land use, and zoning matters (highly preferred).
- Familiarity with HR functions and basic employment law.
- Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and strong written and verbal communication abilities.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) and legal research tools.
- Paralegal certificate or relevant degree is preferred but not required.