Paralegal

About the Role

Full-time Paralegal position supporting the Labor Department in our Albany office. The ideal candidate should be able to multi-task, prioritize, and organize projects, with strong verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• For litigation:
  • Assist in all aspects of litigation
  • Prepare and electronically file notices of appearance
  • Review and electronically file pleadings, motion papers, and other litigation documents
  • Assist in preparation of discovery documents, including notices of deposition, subpoenas, document review, and bates stamping
  • Communicate with clients and opposing counsel regarding scheduling of depositions
  • Assist in trial preparation, including compilation of exhibits for trial and trial books
  • Review and cite check memorandum to be filed with the court
  • Monitor court docket, calendar dates, and communicate deadlines to assigned attorneys
  • Manage and organize case-related documents
• For administrative matters:
  • Prepare and electronically file notices of appearance and requests for extensions
  • Review and electronically file position statements, supporting documents, and responses to requests for information
  • Assist in preparation of documents to be filed with administrative agencies
  • Assist in hearing preparation, including compilation of exhibits for hearing
  • Monitor filing deadlines and communicate with assigned attorneys
  • Manage and organize case-related documents

Requirements

• In-depth working knowledge of Microsoft Word
• In-depth working knowledge of electronic filing systems/portals for federal and state courts, the National Labor Relations Board, the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, and the New York State Division of Human Rights
• Working knowledge and ability to redact electronic documents (i.e., PDF, PPT, WORD)
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to handle a large volume of work
• Must be detail-oriented and able to prioritize daily tasks and responsibilities
• Exceptional organization skills and the ability to interact with clients
• Must be conversant with and understand the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure, the New York Civil Practice Law and Rules, and applicable procedures and deadlines

Qualifications

A bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in labor relations, employment litigation, or human resources preferred.

Pay

This position's salary range is between $60,000 and $70,000, negotiable based on years of experience.

Additional Information

An offer of employment from Bond is contingent on completion of a satisfactory conflicts check, background check, and reference check.