Paralegal jobs in Yonkers, NY

Paralegal assists and supports attorneys with research and document preparation for court proceedings and legal transactions. Utilizes a variety of sources such as statutes, recorded judicial decisions, legal articles, and legal codes to research and analyze legal topics. Being a Paralegal drafts and edits legal documents such as briefs, pleadings, motions, and contracts. Conducts fact-finding, data collection, and analysis used to prepare statements and arguments. Additionally, Paralegal assists attorneys with depositions, interviews, discovery, and investigations. Manages, organizes, and archives documents with software tools and technology. Applies specialized legal terminology appropriately in documents. Typically requires a bachelor's degree. Typically requires Paralegal Certification. Typically reports to an attorney. The Paralegal work is generally independent and collaborative in nature. Contributes to moderately complex aspects of a project. To be a Paralegal typically requires 4 -7 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Corporate - Sr Paralegal
  • Sr Paralegal - DLA Piper Careers
  • New York, NY FULL_TIME
  • DLA Piper is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.  Job applicant poster viewing center.


    DLA Piper is, at its core, bold, exceptional collaborative and supportive.  Our people are the backbone, heart and soul of our firm.  Wherever you are in your professional journey, DLA Piper is a place you can engage in meaningful work and grow your career.  Let’s see what we can achieve. Together.


    If you are a highly talented Paralegal interested in supporting our attorneys, clients and staff, we want to hear from you!


    This position is located in our New York office. 


    Relocation is available in accordance with firm policy.


    Paralegals are a critical part of DLA Piper’s client service teams, working side by side with lawyers, co-counsel and clients on an array of substantive client matters. Most of our paralegals are career professionals. They work independently and on teams, locally, nationally and globally.


    The paralegal team includes Case Assistants, Paralegals, Senior Paralegals and Paralegal Specialists. We offer ample opportunities for advancement and career development through formal and informal training and mentoring, and provide many opportunities to give back to our communities through pro bono work.

    Minimum Requirements:

    • College degree and/or a paralegal certificate
    • 6 years' experience as a paralegal in a legal department or law firm
    • Strong skills in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
    • Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal skills required 
    • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail


    Preferred Requirements:

    • Experience in a large law firm or professional services organization
    • Experience in Blue Sky
    • Private and public company experience 


    What will your day look like?
    Your responsibilities will include organize, prepare and file Articles of Incorporation/Organization, state qualifications, organizational and related documents. You will prepare documents for transactions such as closing statements, UCC searches and filings, file annual reports in states where corporations are incorporated and/or qualified to do business and maintains capitalization tables as well as stock and options ledgers. You will organize documents and closing books in connection with corporate transactions such as acquisitions and mergers. You will also develop, monitor and update closing checklists, perform Blue Sky research and filings, maintains minute books (hard copy and electronic) and manage data rooms and matter files. 


    To learn more about DLA Piper, please visit our website


    We offer exceptional career opportunities in an environment that is challenging, rewarding, and, we believe, truly different from our competitors. Our employees enjoy a competitive benefits package and a dynamic and diverse environment in which they can build a long and fruitful career and reap the rewards of their success. 


    General & Essential Job Expectations 
    While the specific job requirements of a DLA Piper position may vary depending upon scope of the job and area of specialty, there are certain universal requirements that are expected of all DLA Piper employees, which include but are not limited to:

    • Effectively communicate, verbally and in writing, with clients, lawyers, business professionals, and third parties;
    • Produce deliverables, answer phone calls, and reply to correspondence in an efficient and responsive manner;
    • Provide timely, accurate, and quality work product;
    • Successfully meet deadlines, expectations, and perform work duties as required;
    • Foster positive work relationships;
    • Comply with all firm policies and practices;
    • Engage in both physical and sedentary activity, such as (a) working at a computer for extended periods of time, including on-screen reading and typing; (b) participating in digital/virtual conference calls; (c) participating in meetings as needed;
    • Perform all other duties, tasks or projects as assigned.


    Our employees are expected to embrace and uphold our firm values as a part of our DLA Piper culture. We are committed to excellence in how we represent our clients and develop our people.


    Physical Demands, Work Environment, and Other Requirements 
    Sedentary work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally, and all other sedentary criteria are met. 


    The expected pay range for this position, if hired to work in New York City is $49.87 - $74.18 per hour. Non-exempt positions will be paid on an hourly basis and paid overtime in accordance with applicable laws. The compensation offered to a candidate selected for employment will be dependent upon various factors, including the candidate’s geographic market, skills, educational and professional background, experience, and overall qualifications. We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, medical/dental/vision insurance, and 401(k).


    Application Process:
    If you have a request for an accommodation during the application process or have any questions about the process, please contact careers@us.dlapiper.com. Please add noreply@dlapipercareers.us to your list of safe senders.


    Applicants must apply directly online instead of sending application materials via email.  


    Agency applications will not be considered. 

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PARALEGAL
  • One Brooklyn Health
  • Brooklyn, NY FULL_TIME
  • Job ID: 2024-16419 # of Openings: 1 Job Locations: US-NY-Brooklyn Department: B0610-8153-LEGAL OFFICE - FINANCE Shift: Monday through Friday Type: Full-Time OverviewSupport the Legal Department and At...
  • 19 Days Ago

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Paralegal
  • Mizrahi Kroub LLP
  • New York, NY FULL_TIME
  • We are looking to hire a paralegal to support our team of lawyers. Qualifications:Experience as a litigation paralegal (1 - 2 years).Strong research skills.Ability to prioritize and multitask.Excellen...
  • 19 Days Ago

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Paralegal
  • Holwell Shuster & Goldberg LLP
  • New York, NY FULL_TIME
  • Holwell Shuster & Goldberg is a litigation boutique specializing in the trial of complex commercial cases, with a particular focus on sophisticated financial, securities, antitrust, and bankruptcy-rel...
  • 19 Days Ago

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Paralegal
  • Connell Foley LLP
  • New York, NY FULL_TIME
  • Connell Foley LLP is seeking a Litigation Paralegal with at least three (3) years of experience to assist our New York team. Option to work out of either New York or Roseland location based off person...
  • 20 Days Ago

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PARALEGAL
  • The Brookdale Hospital Medical Center
  • Brooklyn, NY FULL_TIME
  • Overview Support the Legal Department and Attorneys in a variety of roles ranging from research to interviewing managers and/or employees. Responsibilities Assist attorneys in preparation for hearings...
  • 21 Days Ago

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Paralegal
  • Madison-Davis
  • Stamford, CT
  • Job Description Job Description In the office on Tuesday’s and Thursday’s Position Summary: Grayscale Investments is see...
  • 3/29/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Paralegal
  • Morelli Law Firm
  • New York, NY
  • Job Description Job Description High-profile Midtown law firm seeks recent college grads from top-tier schools for a par...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Paralegal
  • Provision People
  • Mineola, NY
  • Summary: Our award-winning client is seeking a Paralegal to join their team. We are actively searching for a highly moti...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Paralegal
  • Provision People
  • Central Islip, NY
  • Summary: Our award-winning client is seeking a Paralegal to join their team. We are actively searching for a highly moti...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Paralegal
  • Morelli Law Firm
  • New York, NY
  • Job Description Job Description High-profile Plaintiff's litigation law firm seeks paralegal with at least 5 years of ex...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Paralegal
  • Opto Investments
  • New York, NY
  • Company Overview We are on a mission to ensure that the financial system is routing money to the best ideas while helpin...
  • 3/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Trademark Paralegal
  • Experis
  • New York, NY
  • Trademark Paralegal - Hybrid 90k Job Description: Responsibility for large trademark application filing and assignment p...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Paralegal
  • PEAR Core Solutions
  • New York, NY
  • Grant Herrmann Schwartz & Klinger LLP (www.ghsklaw.com) has an opportunity for a highly skilled and motivated Paralegal ...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

Yonkers (/ˈjɒŋkərz/) is a city in Westchester County, New York. It is the fourth most populous city in the U.S. state of New York, behind New York City, Buffalo, and Rochester. The population of Yonkers was 195,976 as enumerated in the 2010 United States Census and is estimated to have increased by 2.5% to 200,807 in 2016. It is an inner suburb of New York City, directly to the north of the Bronx and approximately two miles (3 km) north of the northernmost point in Manhattan. Yonkers' downtown is centered on a plaza known as Getty Square, where the municipal government is located. The downtown...
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Income Estimation for Paralegal jobs
$99,053 to $122,690
Yonkers, New York area prices
were up 1.6% from a year ago

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