Paralegal/Legal Secretary

TES Staffing•Rochester, NY

21d•Onsite

About The Position

The Rochester City School District (RCSD) is seeking a Paralegal/Legal Secretary to assist attorneys with various legal tasks. This role involves preparing and drafting legal documents, managing correspondence, maintaining files, and scheduling appointments. The position is located at 131 W. Broad St. and is expected to last from ASAP until June 2027, with an hourly pay rate of $22-24.50.

Requirements

Good knowledge of legal office terminology, practices, and procedures.
Good knowledge of legal terminology, legal papers, and format of legal correspondence.
Good knowledge of English grammar and usage.
Interpersonal skills.
Organizational skills.
Familiarity with Word, data entry, and typical Office software at a satisfactory rate of speed.
Ability to type accurately (40wpm) from rough draft or printed copy.
Ability to compose correspondence.
Ability to prepare legal forms and correspondence independently or at the direction and under the supervision of an administrator, attorney, or clerical supervisor.
Ability to proofread written material.
Ability to operate data entry equipment.
Ability to deal effectively with elected officials, administrators, contractors, clients, attorneys, and the general public.
Ability to follow oral and written directions.
Tact, courtesy, discretion, initiative, good judgment.
Physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position.
Bachelor’s degree, Associate’s degree, or Certificate program in paralegal studies.
Knowledge of legal principles and practices.
Knowledge of legal research techniques and terminology.
Knowledge of legal communication principles and practices.
Computer knowledge and experience.

Responsibilities

Prepares and drafts legal papers such as contracts, complaints, summons, motions, petitions, judgments, satisfactions, releases, etc., pursuant to attorney direction.
Prepares and types general and legal correspondence.
Edits attorney-prepared briefs, memoranda of law, statements, reports, forms, and various other legal documents.
Operates a variety of office equipment and software in preparing correspondence and legal documents.
Maintains confidential, litigation, and general office files.
Responds in person, by mail, or by telephone to routine inquiries.
Schedules meetings, hearings, and court dates for attorneys and maintains appointment calendars.
Acts as a receptionist for attorneys, answering calls, greeting visitors, and scheduling appointments.
Records and files legal papers and documents with County Clerk and Court Clerk offices.
Proofreads materials for spelling, grammar, punctuation, and consistency.