Paralegal

Hancock Estabrook, LLP, a respected law firm in Upstate New York, is seeking a full-time Paralegal to join its Ithaca office. The ideal candidate will possess a strong and versatile knowledge base, with experience in the areas of real estate and corporate law.

Responsibilities

· Assist with drafting, reviewing, and finalizing legal documents related to corporate and real estate practice areas.

· Coordinate and communicate with clients and third parties involved in transactions.

· Conduct legal research and provide summaries for attorney review.

· Prepare closing documents and real estate transactions including title reviews and settlement statements.

· Assist in the formation and management of corporate entities.

Qualifications

· Paralegal certificate and 2+ years of legal experience required.

· Demonstrated knowledge in one or more of the following practice areas—real estate or corporate law—with a preference for corporate experience.

· Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

· High level of attention to detail.

· Team-oriented attitude with a strong work ethic.

Benefits

Hancock Estabrook offers a competitive salary and benefits package including medical, dental and vision coverage; a 401(k) and profit-sharing retirement plan; paid holidays, vacation, and sick time; 35-hour work week; group-term life insurance and LTD insurance provided by the Firm at no cost. Training and professional development opportunities provided along with the opportunity to work with a diverse client base within an environment of teamwork and collaboration.

The pay range for this position is $50,000 – $60,000 annually and represents the firm’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. Actual compensation will depend upon a number of factors, including the candidate’s years of experience, qualifications and skill set.

Join a workplace that was selected as a 2026 Best Companies to Work for in New York.

Interested candidates are encouraged to submit a resume and cover letter in confidence to:

[email protected]

Hancock Estabrook, LLP is an Equal Opportunity Employer. EEO M/F/D/V

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $50,000.00 - $60,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Profit sharing
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person