Litigation Paralegal - Landlord-Tenant

Schneider Buchel LLP • Woodbury, NY

9h • Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented paralegal to join our expanding legal team. This position supports a busy and sophisticated landlord-tenant practice, with a particular focus on representing community associations, cooperatives, condominiums, and commercial property owners. The role involves hands-on involvement in active matters from intake through resolution, significant coordination with attorneys, clients, courts, and managing agents, and regular exposure to court filings and litigation procedures. This is an excellent opportunity for a paralegal seeking substantive responsibility, practical litigation experience, and long-term professional growth in a collaborative and well-supported environment. About Schneider Buchel LLP Schneider Buchel LLP is a fast-growing New York law firm focused on real estate, landlord-tenant, employment and labor, and discrimination law, representing community associations across New York State. We are committed to delivering high-quality legal work with precision, urgency, and a strong client-service mindset. Our firm is known for its strong culture and investment in our people. We foster a zero-toxicity environment rooted in collaboration, high standards, and mutual respect. Team members thrive in a fast-paced, detail-oriented setting where excellence is expected and contributions are valued. Our team enjoys a modern, state-of-the-art office in Woodbury, Long Island, featuring spaces designed for productivity and wellness, including quiet work areas, collaborative spaces, and on-site amenities. At Schneider Buchel, we don’t just offer jobs, we build careers.

Requirements

• Prior experience as a paralegal or legal assistant, preferably in landlord-tenant, real estate, or litigation matters
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including professional interaction with clients, property managers, and court personnel
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and capable of managing multiple matters simultaneously
• Client-focused, responsive, and reliable, with strong follow-through
• Comfortable working both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with New York Housing Court procedures, filings, and case workflows is a plus
• Experience working with landlords, property owners, cooperatives, condominiums, or community associations is preferred, but not required

Responsibilities

• Support a broad range of landlord-tenant matters on behalf of community associations, cooperatives, condominiums, and commercial landlords
• Prepare and manage default notices, petitions, court filings, notices, stipulations, and settlement documentation under attorney supervision
• Coordinate case flow from intake through resolution, including calendaring, document management, and enforcement follow-up
• Interface regularly with courts, clients, property managers, and board members to obtain information, track case status, and facilitate next steps
• Assist attorneys with Housing Court appearances, conferences, motion practice, and hearings, including preparation of court documents and exhibits
• Participate in client meetings, board meetings, and internal case strategy discussions as needed

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed