Entry Level Paralegal - Philadelphia
About The Position
Friedman Vartolo LLP is seeking an entry-level paralegal to join its rapidly growing team in the Philadelphia office. The firm is looking for bright, enthusiastic individuals with a strong work ethic and eagerness to grow alongside the firm. It is comfortable training intelligent individuals with limited prior experience. The position involves preparing legal documents, handling court filings and document recording, maintaining client and case files, communicating with clients, managing calendars and legal deadlines, organizing litigation documents, and preparing reports for attorneys. Compensation is $18 per hour. The firm offers a full benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, a flexible spending account, fitness reimbursement, and a 401(k) with match. Friedman Vartolo LLP is a New York-based law firm specializing in real estate and default services, with more than 300 employees providing legal services in seven states. The firm describes its culture as fast-paced, collaborative, and focused on ownership, problem-solving, and continuous improvement. Reasonable accommodations are available to qualified applicants and candidates with disabilities, subject to undue hardship.
Requirements
- Superior organizational, research, and writing skills.
- Attention to detail.
- Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.
- Ability to manage a heavy workload.
- Confidence and comfort communicating by phone.
- Ability to work well under pressure.
- Excellent time-management skills.
- Bachelor's degree required.
Nice To Haves
- Internship experience is a strong plus.
Responsibilities
- Draft motions, pleadings, correspondence, and other legal documents.
- E-file with various court systems.
- Record documents.
- Maintain client and case files.
- Correspond with and update clients.
- Maintain the filing and document system.
- Organize and maintain the group's calendars and provide for and adhere to legal deadlines.
- Organize and archive documents related to completed and ongoing litigation.
- Prepare reports for attorneys.
Benefits
- Full benefits package
- Medical coverage
- Dental coverage
- Vision coverage
- Flexible spending account
- Fitness reimbursement
- 401(k) with match
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
