Paralegal

Bond, Schoeneck & King, PLLC, a law firm of 300 attorneys in over 30 practice groups, is accepting applications for a full time Paralegal to support the Labor Department in our Albany office. The ideal candidate should be able to multi-task, prioritize and organize projects, and possess strong verbal and written communication skills. Excellent computer skills (including advanced Excel) and research and technical skills required. A bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in labor relations, employment litigation or human resources preferred.

Position 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 agency
• 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 be 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

At Bond, exceptional work product and a collegial work environment are cornerstones of our success. We are committed to the communities in which we live and work. Bond has long recognized the value, both to its team and to our communities, of active participation in and support of charitable, governmental, professional and community-based organizations. This position's salary range is between $60,000 and $70,000, negotiable based on years’ experience.

An offer of employment from Bond is contingent on:

• Completion of a satisfactory conflicts check

• Completion of a satisfactory background check

• Completion of a satisfactory reference check

• Bond, Schoeneck & King PLLC provides all employees and applicants an equal employment opportunity in the manner required by law in all aspects of employment regardless of race, color, religion, creed, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, military status, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, domestic violence victim status or any other status protected by local, state or federal law. We thank all applicants for their interest and will contact those candidates who are under consideration.