Legal Assistant - Family Law Unit at The Legal Aid Society of Rochester, New York in Rochester, New York

Job description

• The Legal Aid Society of Rochester, NY (LASROC) seeks a full-time Legal Assistant to work with attorneys in the Family Law Unit. The Family Law Unit provides direct legal representation to litigants in Family Court & Supreme Court in matrimonial cases and other family matters in Monroe and other surrounding counties with a focus on victims of domestic violence. The Legal Assistant will have the opportunity to be part of a team of professionals who have dedicated themselves to the mission of LASROC, the provision of high-quality civil legal services to low and moderate-income litigants.

Responsibilities

• 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

• 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.

Skills

Required

• Ability to prioritize and multi-task

Benefits

• Hybrid Work schedule
• Paid Lunch Hour
• Employer contributions toward health and dental insurance plans
• 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
• $45,000 - $51,000 based on years of experience