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Legal · New York, NY
Paralegal jobs in New York, NY
Paralegals support attorneys by drafting documents, managing case files, conducting legal research, and preparing for filings, hearings, and trials under attorney supervision.
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$26–$57/hr
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A leading New York law firm is seeking a talented Litigation Associate, class years 2023-2024, to join its highly regarded litigation group. This is an excellent opportunity to work on sophisticated and diverse matters s…
Our client, a respected law firm in Syracuse, NY, is looking for an accomplished attorney to support a growing legal practice focused on trusts, estates, and elder law in Syracuse, New York. This role offers the opportun…
$80k - $160k
Labor & Employment AttorneyNew York (Hybrid)An established and growing New York law firm is seeking a Labor & Employment Attorney to support a sophisticated management-side practice.This is an excellent opportunity for a…
probate through closing.Detail-oriented with the ability to work independently and manage client contact.Supervisory skills to direct paralegals in a collaborative environment.Key Responsibilities:Advise high-net-worth c…
MUST FILL QUICKLY!!!SENIOR NATIONAL COMMERCIAL TITLE UNDERWRITING COUNSEL ATTORNEYLocation: New York, NY (Midtown Manhattan)HYBRID*PLEASE NOTE THIS IS FOR TITLE INSURANCE, NOT PROPERTY, RISK, ETC. INSURANCE!Our client, a…
$153.9k - $208.2k
Join Amazon's Legal Department as Corporate Counsel supporting our Worldwide Operations and Robotics teams. In this role, you will collaborate with technology teams to provide legal guidance on innovative systems and rob…
$150k - $225k
Job Title: Defense Attorney - 2 Days in-office - L&EJob Location: Los Angeles, Orange County, San Diego, Philadelphia, New York City, Pittsburgh, DC, Chicago, Atlanta, Alexandria, Denver, Princeton, San Francisco, Seattl…
As a Client Service Delivery Associate within JPMorgan Asset Management, focusing on Alternative Products, you’ll have the chance to make a real impact by improving how clients and business users experience our products…
$225k - $320k
Knowledge Management Attorney - Private CompaniesCooley is seeking a Knowledge Management Attorney to join the Practice Engineering team within the Innovation department.About Cooley: Cooley is a global law firm with an…
About US Private Bank (USPB)With more than 160 years of experience, J.P. Morgan Private Bank delivers the highest quality advice, service, capabilities, and products to wealthy individuals and families around the world.…
$90k - $95k
Immigration Staff Attorney FLSA Status: Full-Time, Exempt Division: Legal Programs Department: Immigration Practice Reports to: Director, Immigration Practice Salary: $90,000 – $95,000 per year, plus full benefits packag…
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What paralegals earn in New York
Hourly first — that's how the offer arrives
| Experience | Hourly | Annual, full-time |
|---|---|---|
| Entry level | $26–$35 | $55k–$73k |
| Mid level | $34–$44 | $70k–$92k |
| Senior | $42–$57 | $87k–$119k |
Adjusted for the New York market from national ranges.
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What employers ask for
The skills these listings keep naming
Legal research (Westlaw, Lexis)Drafting pleadings and discoveryE-filing and court proceduresCase management softwareDocument review and e-discoveryCalendaring and deadlinesMeticulous attention to detailClient communicationConfidentiality
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Interview questions worth rehearsing
With the thing the interviewer is actually listening for
Walk me through how you manage deadlines across multiple active cases.
Describe a redundant system: court rules-based calendaring, reminders at set intervals, and double-checking computation of dates. A missed deadline story handled well is acceptable; a casual attitude is not.
What experience do you have drafting discovery and pleadings?
Be specific about documents: interrogatories, requests for production, deposition summaries, motions. Note that attorneys reviewed and signed, showing you know the supervision boundary.
How do you handle a client who asks you for legal advice?
The expected answer: acknowledge the question, explain you cannot give legal advice, and route it to the attorney promptly. This tests your understanding of unauthorized practice.
Describe your legal research process for an unfamiliar issue.
Show method: secondary sources first for orientation, then primary authority on Westlaw or Lexis, checking citations are still good law, and summarizing findings in a memo.
Tell me about preparing for a trial or major hearing.
Walk through exhibits, witness binders, subpoenas, and logistics, and how you kept the attorney supplied in the moment. Calm logistics under pressure is the trait being tested.
How do you handle confidential information, especially in a small community or firm?
Give concrete habits: clean desk, locked files, careful email addressing, and never discussing matters outside the team, plus conflict-check awareness.
What practice areas have you supported, and which do you prefer?
Be honest and map your experience to the firm's practice. Preferring their area with a reason grounded in the work reads as genuine fit.
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Resume tips that move the needle
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List your paralegal certificate or degree and credentials like NALA CP or ACP, plus notary commission if you hold one.
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Name your practice areas and what you actually did in each, for example drafted discovery responses in personal injury litigation.
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Show software fluency: Westlaw or Lexis, Clio, Relativity or other e-discovery platforms, and state e-filing systems.
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Quantify caseload and output: number of active matters supported, filings per month, or pages of document review handled.
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Highlight deadline and trial support work explicitly; reliability under court deadlines is the core hiring concern.
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Where this role goes
Typical progression
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Legal Assistant
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