Paralegal

Job Overview

Firm is seeking a Paralegal / Legal Assistant to support a busy New York litigation and Family Court practice. This role is fully remote and designed for a highly organized, self-directed professional who can manage case workflow, filings, and drafting under attorney supervision. This is a trusted role with ownership, not a purely clerical position. We are seeking a reliable, detail-oriented paralegal to support litigation and court operations in a role intentionally structured to be long-term, stable, and burnout-resistant.

• Case & Workflow Management
  • Open and maintain case files
  • Track deadlines, court dates, and service requirements
  • Maintain calendars and tickler systems
  • Monitor court notices and communications
  • Ensure cases move forward without missed deadlines
• Drafting & Document Preparation
  • Under attorney direction and supervision:
    Draft first versions of Family Court petitions (Articles 4, 5, 6, and
    8)
  • Draft routine motions, notices, stipulations, and proposed orders
  • Prepare default packets and enforcement filings
  • Draft factual and procedural sections of pleadings
  • Assemble affidavits, exhibits, and supporting documentation
• Filing & Service
  • File documents via NYSCEF and EDDS
  • Prepare and track service and affidavits of service
  • Monitor and resolve filing rejections
  • Maintain proof of filing and service records
• Client & Court Coordination
  • Coordinate scheduling and appearances
  • Communicate procedural updates to clients (non-legal)
  • Collect and organize client documents
  • Prepare hearing and motion binders
  • Manage logistics related to hearings and appearances

• Paralegal certificate or equivalent experience
• Experience with New York Supreme and Family courts is required
• Familiarity with NYSCEF and EDDS
• Strong drafting, organizational, and time-management skills
• Ability to work independently in a remote environment
• High attention to detail and reliability
• Work Style & Expectations
  • Ownership of assigned systems and workflows
  • Proactive communication and escalation when needed
  • Respect for deadlines and confidentiality
  • Results-focused, professional, and collaborative approach

• This role is designed for someone who wants:
  • Stability
  • Autonomy
  • Flexibility
  • Long-term growth
  • A respectful, professional working relationship
• Job Type: Full-time
• Pay: $45,852.35 - $61,241.54 per year

• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Work from home
• Experience:
  
  Family Law: 2 years (Preferred)
• Work Location:
  
  Hybrid remote in Buffalo, NY