Experienced Paralegal NYC

Friedman Vartolo LLP is seeking an experienced Paralegal to join our rapidly growing team. Were looking for bright enthusiastic individuals who will bring a strong work ethic and eagerness to grow alongside the firm. Friedman Vartolo LLP is a real estate law firm specializing in lender-side default services and real estate litigation. We offer a fresh fast-paced energy with a startup vibe.

The ideal candidate will have a broad range of experience in either bankruptcy foreclosure and/or residential real estate law. Candidate will meet time sensitive deadlines and must be well organized have excellent verbal and written communication skills and able to provide outstanding customer service to clients.

JOB DESCRIPTION

• Draft documents such as pleadings correspondence and other legal documents.
• E-filing with various court systems.
• Maintain client and case files.
• Keep track of changes in legal framework and provide timely updates.
• Support and prepare necessary tasks for assigned attorney(s) in the office.
• Evaluate cases relay concerns and proactively escalate to attorneys.
• Maintain filing/document system.
• Organize and maintain the groups calendars provide & adhere to legal deadlines.
• Organize and archive the documents related to completed and ongoing cases.

REQUIRED SKILLS

• Minimum of 4 years experience as paralegal in default services. Experience in a Real Estate Law Firm preferred.
• Superior organizational skills research and writing skills.
• Detail oriented.
• Ability to work individually and on a team.
• Deadline driven.
• Able to manage a heavy workload multi-task and prioritize.
• Works well under pressure.
• Excellent time management skills.
• Motivated to learn and advance.
• Bachelors degree required.

COMPENSATION/BENEFITS

We offer a compensation package that will be commensurate with experience and a competitive benefits package including medical dental vision flex spending 401k and gym/fitness membership reimbursement.

ADA COMPLIANCE

Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) it is the policy of Friedman Vartolo to provide reasonable accommodations when requested by a qualified applicant or candidate with a disability unless such accommodation would cause an undue hardship for Friedman Vartolo. If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete a job application pre-employment testing a job interview or to otherwise participate in the hiring process please contact Recruitment at to request an accommodations.

LOCATION

New York New York office (Financial District)

Required Experience:

Senior IC