Job summary
Job post source
This job is directly from Friedman Vartolo LLP
Job overview
The Entry Level Paralegal position at Friedman Vartolo LLP supports the legal team by handling document drafting, e-filing, client communication, and case file management to contribute to the firm's real estate and default services practice.
Responsibilities and impact
The paralegal will draft legal documents, e-file with courts, maintain client and case files, correspond with clients, manage calendars and legal deadlines, organize litigation documents, and prepare reports for attorneys.
Compensation and benefits
The position offers $18 per hour with a full benefits package including medical, dental, vision, Flex Spending Account, fitness reimbursement, and a 401k with match.
Experience and skills
Candidates must have a bachelor's degree, superior organizational, research, and writing skills, be detail oriented, deadline driven, able to manage heavy workloads, confident on the phone, and work well under pressure; internship experience is a plus.
Career development
The firm is open to training intelligent individuals with limited prior experience, offering growth opportunities alongside the firm's expansion.
Work environment and culture
Friedman Vartolo LLP has a fast-paced, innovative, startup-like culture focused on superior legal products and problem solving.
Company information
Friedman Vartolo LLP is a rapidly growing New York-based real estate and default services law firm with over 250 employees across six states.
Job location and travel
The position is located in the Garden City office.
Application process
Applicants can request reasonable accommodations for the hiring process by contacting recruitment via email; the job was posted through ApplicantPro.
Unique job features
This entry-level role offers hands-on experience in a growing law firm with a supportive environment for new professionals.
Company overview
Friedman Vartolo LLP is a law firm specializing in real estate default litigation and creditor's rights. They generate revenue by providing legal services to financial institutions, including foreclosure, bankruptcy, and eviction processes. Founded in 2016, the firm has quickly established a reputation for leveraging technology to streamline legal processes and improve client outcomes. Notably, they emphasize a client-centric approach, ensuring personalized and efficient service delivery.
How to land this job
Position your resume to highlight your strong organizational, research, and writing skills, as well as your ability to manage deadlines and heavy workloads, which are key for the Entry Level Paralegal role at Friedman Vartolo LLP.
Emphasize any experience with drafting legal documents, e-filing, client communication, and maintaining case files or legal calendars, even if gained through internships or academic projects.
Apply through Friedman Vartolo LLP's corporate careers page and LinkedIn to maximize your chances of being noticed for this rapidly growing firm.
Connect with current paralegals or legal team members at Friedman Vartolo LLP on LinkedIn, using ice breakers like asking about their experience working in a fast-paced, startup-like legal environment or inquiring how they manage deadlines and document organization.
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