Paralegal

SUMMARY

Founded more than 40 years ago as a boutique law firm servicing the entertainment and arts communities, Frankfurt Kurnit Klein & Selz has grown into a full service firm providing the highest quality legal services to clients in a wide range of industries and disciplines worldwide. The firm has leading practices in advertising, entertainment, litigation, corporate & finance, tax, professional responsibility, estate planning, intellectual property, technology, and others.  Frankfurt Kurnit has offices in New York City and Los Angeles.   

Our Litigation Group has a deep roster of talented commercial litigators practicing in federal and state courts and before administrative agencies nationwide. We have handled almost every conceivable intellectual property dispute, and a wide range of commercial, advertising, securities, white collar defense, professional responsibility, art and employment-related matters. This is an excellent opportunity for a recent college graduate or individual who wishes to learn paralegal skills through working with experienced litigation attorneys. It is a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience for developing paralegal skills in a very active team environment. This position will report to the assigned attorneys and Human Resources. 

PRIMARY JOB FUNCTIONS

• Assist attorneys with preparation of pleadings.
• Preparing for and attending depositions, hearings, and trials.
• Proofreading, cite checking, and editing legal documents.
• Project management and organization of litigation cases.
• Fact research.
• Document collection and production.
• Coordination of outside litigation vendors.
• Assembling/filing/distributing briefs.
• Perform other related duties as assigned. 

SPECIFIC SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES REQUIRED 

• Excellent verbal/written communication skills.
• Ability to communicate and interact with attorneys, clients, all levels of staff and management at the firm.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality. 
• Strong organizational and time management skills; attention to detail
• Ability to plan and manage work under time constraints and high-pressure situations. 
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.
• Ability to work independently.
• High degree of initiative and self-motivation.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Prior legal experience is beneficial but not required.

Frankfurt Kurnit Klein & Selz offers eligible employees a comprehensive range of benefits including medical, dental, vision care, life, disability, flexible spending plans, commuter benefits and a 401(k).

To apply: Direct applicants may apply to this position by clicking “Apply” below or on the upper right side on this posting. Your submission must include a resume and cover letter addressed to the hiring manager. If you have any questions about this position, please send an e-mail to humanresources@fkks.com.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of essential functions, responsibilities or requirements. The duties and responsibilities may change at any time with or without notice. 

Frankfurt Kurnit Klein & Selz is committed to providing a diverse work environment free from harassment and discrimination, in which all individuals are treated with respect and dignity. The Firm is an equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting the most qualified employees and providing them with equal opportunity for advancement in all aspects of employment. All human resources actions are administered in a manner which will not discriminate against any persons on the basis of age, race, sex, color, creed, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, genetic predisposition or carrier status, veteran status, or any other characteristic or trait protected by Federal, State or local law. The Firm prohibits and will not tolerate any such discrimination or harassment. Further, it is our policy to provide reasonable accommodations to people with disabilities who request such accommodation, consistent with the requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act.