Legal Assistant – Family Law

The Legal Aid Society of Rochester, New York

Full-time Legal Assistant in Family Law Unit at LASROC providing legal support to attorneys. Involved in documentation and client communications for family law cases in Rochester.

Posted 5/14/2026full-timeRochester • New York • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $45,000 - $51,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Open and maintain client case files by processing court documents and entering data accurately into case management software.
Draft, format, and proofread legal documents such as custody orders, motions, and other correspondence.
Prepare legal documents for filing and service in accordance with court deadlines and procedural requirements.
Ensure all court appointments and deadlines are properly recorded and updated.
Communicate courteously and professionally with Court personnel to obtain supplementary documents and case information as needed.
Maintain accurate and up-to-date materials and documents for hearings and trials.
Assist attorneys in organizing case materials and documents for hearings and trials.
Communicate courteously and professionally with Court personnel and clients to obtain supplementary documents and case information as needed.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Education in Paralegal Studies (ABA-approved program preferred) or High School Diploma with equivalent experience.
Serve as a Notary Public (if not currently licensed, must be able to pass the notary exam within the first six months of employment).
High level of proficiency with Microsoft Office 365.
Experience with office technology and database systems.
Strong written and verbal communication skills are required.
Respectful and empathetic consideration for clients.
Ability to prioritize and multi-task.
Must be a team player and have a positive, cooperative work attitude.
Fluent (speaking and writing) in Spanish and English preferred.
Ability to manage deadlines and prioritize tasks effectively.
Ability to work effectively in a remote work environment (familiarity with technologies involved in a virtual work environment including Microsoft Teams, Zoom, etc. preferred).
Commitment to social justice and a passion for serving underprivileged communities.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Hybrid Work schedule
Paid Lunch Hour
Employer contributions toward health and dental insurance plans
Up to: 15 days of vacation to start (More based on experience)
96 hours of sick leave
48 hours of personal time
14 paid holidays a year
$600 per year internet stipend
3% match on the 401(k) or Roth 401(k) plan of your choice
$3,000 salary differential for being proficient in a program-relevant language
$1,800 employer contribution toward HSA or FSA
Professional development opportunities
Public Service Loan Forgiveness qualifying employer
Employee Assistance Program
Employer contribution toward parking fees

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Hard Skills & Tools

case managementlegal document draftingdata entrycourt document processingnotary publiclegal researchdocument proofreadingfiling procedurescase organizationdeadline management

Soft Skills

strong written communicationstrong verbal communicationempathyteam playerpositive attitudeprioritizationmulti-taskingprofessionalismcourtesycommitment to social justice

Certifications

Paralegal Studies degreeNotary Public certification