Legal Assistant​/Paralegal

• Join a growing litigation firm where your work actually matters
• Learn real civil litigation skills instead of being stuck doing busywork
• Work closely with attorneys who trust you and rely on you
• Clear opportunity to grow into a stronger paralegal role over time
• Stable workload, supportive environment, and strong team culture

On-site role in Garden City, NY. This firm believes great work happens together and values in-person collaboration.

This role requires in-office work and at least some prior exposure to New York civil litigation. This is not a remote or hybrid position.

Our client is a growing New York litigation firm focused on commercial and civil matters. They are serious about their work without being stiff or corporate and value accountability, teamwork, and ownership in everything they do.

• Review legal and case-related documents with strong attention to detail
• Conduct factual and case-related research
• Prepare and file legal documents including motions and judgments
• Handle NYSCEF filings and case organization
• Assist attorneys with litigation support and deadline management
• Perform scanning, filing, and general legal and clerical support
• Make occasional court and bank runs as needed
• Communicate clearly and professionally with the internal team

• 1+ year of experience as a legal assistant or paralegal in NY civil litigation preferred
• Strong work ethic, reliability, and sense of ownership
• Comfortable working independently and as part of a team
• Organized, detail-oriented, and proactive
• Proficiency with MS Word, Excel, and Google Workspace
• Willingness to learn and grow within a litigation practice

• You are trusted to run with your work and be relied upon
• Your ideas and effort are noticed and appreciated
• Professional environment with personality and approachability
• Growing firm that wants you to grow with it