Paralegal

Law Offices of Robert S. Gitmeid & Assoc. PLLC

Litigation Paralegal in a consumer protection law firm assisting attorneys with litigation-related matters. Ideal for candidates with civil litigation experience and strong legal writing skills.

Posted 4/9/2026full-timeNew York City • New York • 🇺🇸 United StatesJunior💰 $25 per hourWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Assisting the firm’s attorneys in managing a high volume of litigation matters
Drafting pleadings, legal memoranda, settlement agreements, etc.
Communication with clients and opposing counsel
Research with regard to simple and complex legal matters
Administrative responsibilities such as client intake, organizing, and record keeping.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Minimum of 1-year civil litigation experience (e.g., drafting pleadings and legal research)
Exceptional legal writing skills
Possess superior organizational and time-management skills
Must be computer literate: Ability to easily learn the Firm’s case management software
Highest ethical standards and professional integrity
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to communicate effectively with clients, staff, and outside parties
Prior experience with Salesforce is a plus
Paralegal Certification is a plus

Benefits

Comp & perks

Compensation is competitive and commensurate with expertise and previous experience
Monthly performance-based bonuses after 90 days of employment
Training & Guidance
Medical, Dental & Vision Benefits
401(k) Benefits with Employer Match
Pre-tax Transit Benefits
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Business Casual Dress Code
An incredible team of smart and supportive people!

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Hard Skills & Tools

civil litigationdrafting pleadingslegal researchlegal writing

Soft Skills

organizational skillstime-management skillsinterpersonal skillscommunication skillsprofessional integrity

Certifications

Paralegal Certification