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Title: Paralegal

Org Unit: Office of General Counsel

Work Days: Monday-Friday

Weekly Hours: 35.00

Exemption Status: Non-Exempt

Salary Range: $35.60 - $40.82

*As required under NYC Human Rights Law Int 1208-2018 - Salary range for this role when Hired for NYC Offices

Position Summary

Under general guidance, operates autonomously as a legal professional within the Office of General Counsel. Provides litigation support in all phases of the litigation process and general legal assistance to all levels of counsel. The position collaborates with counsel and other paralegals in the Office of General Counsel in Ithaca to support the delivery of legal services and related tasks in support of the legal strategy for client-colleagues.

Job Responsibilities

+ Initiates and prepares written correspondence as needed and based on functional needs.

+ Creates and files all court documents in paper and electronic filing systems.

+ Investigates facts of a case, researching relevant laws, regulations, and legal articles.

+ Collects and arranges evidence and other legal supporting documents for attorney review and case preparation.

+ Writes reports, prepares chronology of facts and creates production charts to help attorneys prepare for depositions and trials.

+ Prepares and responds to subpoenas, obtaining affidavits and other formal statements to be used in court.

+ Assists attorneys with file exhibits, briefs, appeals and other legal documents; prepares and organizes coordination of documents for production in discovery; calling witnesses, lawyers, and third parties to schedule interviews, meetings, and depositions.

+ Acts as liaison among various internal departments and the legal office.

+ Attends meetings and takes notes to prepare reports and memos.

+ Interacts directly with client-colleagues, outside counsel, and external entities to obtain relevant information related to the legal services and provides guidance, as needed.

+ Ensures consistent, accurate, and timely file maintenance and data entry into case management system.

+ Maintains docket management roster to ensure timely filing of all legal papers.

Education

+ Associate's Degree in related field

Experience

+ Approximately 4 years of experience providing paralegal litigation support or equivalent education and experience.

+ Bachelor's degree preferred.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

+ Demonstrated excellent written and oral communication skills at all levels of an organization with individuals and groups.

+ Ability to work independently and take initiative.

Licenses and Certifications

Working Conditions/Physical Demands

+ Standard office work

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