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  • Real Estate Paralegal

    Prime Group Holdings, LLC 4.6company rating

    Legal extern job in Saratoga Springs, NY

    Prime Group Holdings, LLC, a vertically-integrated private equity real estate firm focused on self storage and other alternative real estate asset classes, has an exciting opportunity for a Real Estate Paralegal at its headquarters in Saratoga Springs, NY. With $6.6 billion in assets under management, Prime Group is one of the largest private owners and operators of self storage properties in the world, owning and operating over 310 self storage assets in 28 states, three Canadian provinces and the U.S. Virgin Islands containing over 23 million rentable square feet. The firm manages three flagship funds on behalf of a global investor base, including the largest self storage dedicated fund ever raised, Prime Storage Fund III. Headquartered in Saratoga Springs, NY, Prime Group has more than 700 employees. The firm has a regional office in Jupiter, FL and investment originations offices in Denver, CO, Hackensack, NJ, Yorktown, VA and Calgary, Alberta. Prime Group's 21-person senior leadership team is supported by teams including sourcing and acquisitions, asset and portfolio management, compliance/legal, property management, information technology, transactions/financing, marketing, accounting and training, among others. Prime Group's success is built on a culture of respect, teamwork, business ethics, accountability and persistence. The company deeply values the strong relationships it has built with its customers, employees, investors and stakeholders. Pitchbook, a leading resource for comprehensive data, research and insights spanning the global capital markets, named Prime Group as one of the top 10 real estate value-add fund managers in Pitchbook's 2023 Global Manager Performance Score League Tables. Position Overview The Real Estate Paralegal will provide support to in-house counsel and internal departments on matters involving commercial real estate, environmental compliance, zoning and land-use approvals, and property tax grievance filings. This role requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple projects with minimal supervision. The Paralegal will assist with document preparation, research, filings, and coordination with outside counsel, consultants, municipalities and regulatory agencies. Essential Responsibilities Assist with drafting, reviewing and organizing real estate documents including leases, purchase and sale agreements, easements and closing packages. Coordinate due diligence activities for acquisitions and development projects. Maintain real estate files, databases and critical date calendars. Assist with gathering environmental records, reports, and permits. Coordinate with environmental consultants to obtain and track assessments, sampling data and compliance documentation. Organize and maintain environmental compliance files and audit materials. Help prepare responses to environmental inquiries and agency requests. Research zoning ordinances, land-use regulations and permitting requirements. Prepare and file zoning, variance and site plan application materials. Coordinate with municipal boards, planning departments and outside professionals regarding hearing dates, submissions and approvals. Organize exhibits, notices, and meeting packets for hearings. Collect and review property assessment information and supporting valuation materials. Assist consultants or advisors with the preparation and filing of property tax grievance applications, forms and related documentation. Track deadlines, hearings and case statuses with local assessors and tax review boards. Maintain databases of assessments, appeals, settlements and historical tax information. Qualifications Paralegal Certificate or equivalent experience; Associate or Bachelor's degree required. 2-5+ years of paralegal experience in real estate, environmental, zoning or property tax matters. Strong research skills and familiarity with municipal websites, land records and regulatory filings. Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail. Ability to manage multiple deadlines and work independently. Strong communication skills and ability to work with cross-functional teams. Track record of establishing solid relationships, polished and highly personable Demonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial-minded environment Proficiency with Microsoft Office and document-management systems. Compensation Competitive rate of pay and a generous benefits program Salary commensurate with experience Medical, Dental, life, vision, short-term disability, and long-term disability insurance program Paid vacation time; paid sick time; paid holidays Equal Opportunity Employer Statement Prime Group Holdings is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.
    $46k-65k yearly est. 2d ago
  • Trust and Estate Paralegal

    Crisp Recruit

    Legal extern job in Schenectady, NY

    Are you a detail-oriented legal professional who thrives in the world of estate administration, helping clients navigate complex legal processes during some of life's most difficult moments? Do you have the experience and confidence to manage probate files from intake to closure, including filing petitions, tracking deadlines, working with courts and CPAs, and keeping everything organized and on schedule? Can you independently oversee a large caseload, while guiding junior paralegals, ensuring accuracy in filings, and providing thoughtful communication to attorneys, clients, and external partners? Is your paralegal work driven by proactive leadership, sharp administrative skills, and a genuine desire to support families through estate transitions with professionalism and care? Final question: When faced with a challenge, do you get excited or run away? ** IMPORTANT: TO APPLY ** If you have any questions, please email **************** only. Please do not reach out through our website's contact information (telephone, email, or web chat) or via direct messaging on any social media platform. To Apply: Submit your application by clicking the "Apply" button and applying on the Crisp Recruit page that opens. **RECRUITERS DO NOT CONTACT** At DeAngelus Group, PLLC, we guide families, businesses, and individuals through life's most pivotal moments, whether planning for the future, navigating probate, closing on a home, or building a business. With offices in Schenectady and a modern, welcoming approach to client service, our firm blends deep legal experience with personalized attention in the areas of estate planning, administration, real estate, and business law. Our clients rely on us not just for technical accuracy, but for clarity, communication, and true peace of mind during life's biggest decisions. We're hiring a seasoned Trust and Estate Paralegal to lead and strengthen our growing estate administration team. In this high-impact role, you'll manage estate files from intake through closure, tracking timelines, coordinating with courts and CPAs, and ensuring that every detail is handled with care. You'll also help train and mentor junior paralegals, bringing leadership and structure to a busy and fast-moving department. What you'll do: Estate Administration and Probate Management: Oversee the full lifecycle of probate and trust cases, including opening estate files, coordinating with surrogate's courts, ensuring timely filings, and proper case progression. Maintain accuracy, discretion, and professionalism throughout each stage of administration. Team Mentorship and Paralegal Oversight: Lead and support a team of junior paralegals by reviewing work product, providing hands-on training, and standardizing workflows. Establish quality control processes and build up the department's long-term capabilities through coaching and accountability. Legal Document Drafting and Court Coordination: Prepare a variety of estate-related documents, including wills, trusts, petitions, letters testamentary, fiduciary accountings, and notices. File pleadings in accordance with court procedural rules and deadlines across state and local jurisdictions. Deadline Tracking and Caseload Management: Actively monitor a large volume of open cases, often 100 or more, across different stages of estate planning and administration. Ensure time-sensitive actions are tracked, completed, and communicated to attorneys, clients, and stakeholders. Collaboration with CPAs and Tax Professionals: Serve as the firm's point of contact with outside accountants, gathering and organizing documentation for estate tax filings and fiduciary returns. Ensure clear information exchange and timely submissions. Process Optimization and Workflow Design: Develop, document, and improve internal processes related to estate administration and paralegal operations. Implement organizational systems for physical and digital files (including naming conventions and task handoffs), and leverage tools like Clio or other practice management software to enhance efficiency. What we're looking for: Experience and Legal Background: 3-5 years of paralegal experience, with a strong focus on estate administration, probate, or trust cases. Brings familiarity with surrogate's court procedures and estate timelines from intake through closure. Leadership and Mentorship: Proven ability to lead or train junior team members, ensuring consistency, accuracy, and professional growth across a paralegal team. Comfortable stepping into a leadership role without hesitation. Client Communication and Sensitivity: Skilled in professional, empathetic communication with families during challenging transitions. Maintains discretion, clarity, and responsiveness in all client-facing interactions. Organizational Excellence: Exceptionally detail-oriented with a demonstrated ability to manage a high-volume caseload across varied timelines and priorities. Brings structure and follow-through to every case. Technical Proficiency: Confident in using case management tools (Clio experience is a plus), Microsoft Office, digital file systems, and court e-filing portals. Open to learning new tools and systems quickly. Initiative and Accountability: Self-directed, dependable, and proactive, with the ability to take full ownership of estate cases and contribute immediately with minimal supervision. Cultural Fit: Aligned with the firm's values of integrity, professionalism, and client-centered service. Brings a thoughtful, team-oriented mindset to estate work that requires both precision and compassion. Why you should work here: Deep Impact: You play a vital role in guiding clients through important life transitions, ensuring their loved ones are cared for and their legacies are managed with clarity and care. Leadership Opportunity: Step into a role with both managerial and technical responsibilities, able to shape the trust & estate department's trajectory. Strong Firm Foundation: Join a firm with diversified practice areas and a reputation for high integrity and client trust. Additional perks: Location: Onsite role based at the firm's main office in Schenectady, NY, serving as the central hub for the trust and estate team. Compensation: $75,000-$85,000 commensurate with experience Benefits: Comprehensive benefits package that includes health, dental, and vision insurance; retirement plan options; paid holidays; and paid time off. At DeAngelus Group, PLLC, the Trust and Estate Paralegal plays a vital role in guiding families through significant life transitions with professionalism, empathy, and a commitment to accuracy. This position is foundational to the firm's ability to deliver thoughtful and dependable legal service in estate and trust cases. Working closely with our trust and estate attorney, you'll lead the administration of probate cases from intake through closure, managing court filings, coordinating with CPAs, tracking deadlines, and guiding beneficiaries through each step. You'll also take on a leadership role within the department, mentoring junior paralegals and ensuring our systems and workflows run smoothly. This is a high-responsibility position ideal for someone who excels in bringing structure and follow-through to complex legal processes. With more than 100 open cases in various stages, your ability to organize, anticipate needs, and keep cases moving forward will be essential. If you are experienced in estate administration, confident in working independently, and motivated to contribute to a growing and trusted practice, this role offers both meaningful work and professional growth.
    $75k-85k yearly Auto-Apply 56d ago
  • Law Clerk I

    Contact Government Services, LLC

    Legal extern job in Albany, NY

    Law Clerk IEmployment Type: Full Time, Mid-LevelDepartment: Legal CGS is seeking a Law Clerk to join our team supporting the legal mission of a large federal agency. This position will allow candidates to demonstrate expertise in providing litigation support tasks like cite checking, document review, legal research, and numerous other relevant tasks. CGS brings motivated, highly skilled, and creative people together to solve the government's most dynamic problems with cutting-edge technology. To carry out our mission, we are seeking candidates who are excited to contribute to government innovation, appreciate collaboration, and can anticipate the needs of others. Here at CGS, we offer an environment in which our employees feel supported, and we encourage professional growth through various learning opportunities. Skills and attributes for success:- Works under the direction of a Project Supervisor or Project Manager.- Performs complex legal research for the trial staff.- Assists in preparing draft legal documents, such as motions, briefs, memoranda of law, etc.- Reviews and conducts research for ROI (Release of Information)- Reviews new cases and conducts research of pertinent laws- Edits previously submitted final decisions and writes/researches legal opinions on newest case- Edits and reviews cases for issuance- Responds to citizen letters- Reviews AMICUS briefs- Briefs attorneys regarding legal issues, theories and draft statement of facts.- Assisting attorneys with all phases of litigation.- Cite checking via online legal research tools (Westlaw and Lexis) and blue book. Qualifications:- Requires Juris Doctor (JD) degree, or currently attending an ABA-accredited law school, having completed at least one year of study or, an equivalent level of legal training or experience or an equivalent level of education may be substituted.- Requires sound working knowledge of federal and state court systems, legal research procedures, and legal research resources.- Thorough knowledge of legal research tools such as LEXIS and Westlaw.- Extensive experience with cite checking and blue book.- Experience performing complex legal research.- Must have hands-on familiarity with a variety of computer applications, including word processing, databases (such as document review and file management systems), spreadsheets, and imaging.- Ability to consistently deliver highest quality work under extreme pressure will be very important. Ideally, you will also have:- Experience working in a Government and/or Litigation Support environment in conjunction with basic qualifications, preferred.- Experience with Relativity, strongly preferred and should be referenced within resume.- Publication of legal writings highly preferred.- Participation in Law Review highly preferred.- Current or active clearance. Our commitment:Contact Government Services (CGS) strives to simplify and enhance government bureaucracy through the optimization of human, technical, and financial resources. We combine cutting edge technology with world-class personnel to deliver customized solutions that fit our clients' specific needs. We are committed to solving the most challenging and dynamic problems. For the past seven years we've been growing our government-contracting portfolio, and along the way we've created valuable partnerships by demonstrating a commitment to honesty, professionalism, and quality work.Here at CGS we value honesty through hard work and self-awareness, professionalism in all we do, and to deliver the best quality to our consumers mending those relations for years to come. We care about our employees. Therefore, we offer a comprehensive benefits package:- Health, Dental, and Vision- Life Insurance- 401k- Flexible Spending Account (Health, Dependent Care, and Commuter)- Paid Time Off and Observance of State/Federal Holidays Contact Government Services, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants will be considered without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.Join our team and become part of meaningful government innovation!Explore additional job opportunities with CGS on our Job Board: **************************************** more information about CGS please visit: ************************** or contact:Email: ******************* #CJ
    $58k-115k yearly est. Auto-Apply 60d+ ago
  • Attorney - Securities

    Dauntless Discovery

    Legal extern job in Albany, NY

    Our client, a well-known regional law firm with a national presence is seeking a mid-level securities and capital markets attorney with four to eight years of experience for the firm's Albany office. Experience representing issuers and investment banks in public and private offerings of securities, advising publicly traded companies on compliance with the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, exchange listing standards and corporate governance required. Candidates must have relevant prior law firm experience and the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment. A passion for client service is essential. The successful candidate will have excellent drafting and negotiation experience and strong academics. As of this posting, the estimated annual base salary range for this position is $139,000 - $177,000. Actual base salary will be based upon criteria such as qualifications, experience and skill level. This is a client focused firm with a highly regarded securities/capital markets practice and an excellent reputation including numerous Chambers rankings. The firm offers a work/life balance and a progressive bonus structure. Equal Employment Opportunity Dauntless Discovery is committed to equal employment opportunity. It is our policy to refer individuals based on merit and qualifications without any regard to race, creed, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status or any other illegal consideration.
    $139k-177k yearly Auto-Apply 42d ago
  • Land Use Attorney

    Whiteman Osterman & Hanna 4.4company rating

    Legal extern job in Albany, NY

    Experience Level: 3+ years Work Schedule: This role has hybrid flexibility, allowing 2 remote days/week based on business needs. Salary: $125,000 - $175,000 Bonus: This role is eligible for a performance bonus up to 50% of salary Must be admitted in the state of New York to be considered for this role. Whiteman Osterman & Hanna LLP seeks an attorney with 3+ years of experience in land-use and real-estate development law. Experience with assisting clients in obtaining municipal land-use approvals and experience with State and federal environmental regulations related to real-estate development including SEQRA, wetlands, stormwater, threatened and endangered species, etc. Real estate transactional experience could be a plus. WOH has a dynamic land-use and development practice and is considered one of the premier law firms in the State, with over two dozen lawyers supporting the practice group. See our Land Use practice area bio to learn more. Successful candidates will get the opportunity to work on a wide variety of real-estate development projects across the State, including developments with regional and state-wide significance. Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis. Please contact [email protected] with any questions. Whiteman Osterman & Hanna LLP is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to a work environment that supports, inspires, and respects all individuals, and in which employment decisions are merit-based and made without discrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, gender or sex, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, religion, pregnancy, protected activity, veteran status, marital status, citizenship, genetic information, predisposition or carrier status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
    $106k-166k yearly est. Auto-Apply 60d+ ago
  • Jr-level Personal Injury Attorney

    Legal Solutions Group 4.5company rating

    Legal extern job in Jackson, NY

    A well established plaintiff's personal injury law firm seeks an associate attorney to join their growing practice! QUALIFICATIONS: Licensed and in good standing with the NY Bar 1 to 2 years working in a plaintiff's law firm Experience with personal injury law experience (auto wrecks, s/f, product liability, medical malpractice, work related injury, etc...) Experience negotiating and settling PI claims Experience drafting pleadings and motions/oppositions Experience defending/conducting depositions is a plus Hearings and court conferences is a plus Strong computer skills Able to maintain in high stress situations Able to support trial attorneys Excellent writing and communication skills Positive attitude and able to motivate support staff in a positive way. QUALIFIED ATTORNEYS PLEASE FORWARD RESUME
    $87k-122k yearly est. 60d+ ago
  • 2026 Summer Legal and Compliance Intern

    Marshall Wace North America L.P

    Legal extern job in Day, NY

    New York Founded in 1997, Marshall Wace is a leading global alternative investment manager with over $80bn in assets under management and over 700 professionals based in offices in London, New York, Hong Kong, Singapore, Abu Dhabi and Shanghai. We manage quantitative, systematic, and fundamental strategies, specializing predominantly in long/short equity. Our strategies are implemented globally, leveraging proprietary systems and processes. Technology and data have been at the core of our business for more than two decades. In 2002, we launched MW TOPS, the world's first ‘Alpha Capture' application. Today, we continue to foster an environment focused on innovation and the pursuit of excellence. MW has a distinctive culture that is meritocratic, challenging, and collaborative. Together we share a common set of values rooted in integrity and professional excellence. Consequently, the atmosphere at MW is both collaborative and entrepreneurial, offering considerable potential for rapid individual advancement. Our Intern Program Our Intern Program takes place over 10 weeks beginning Monday, June 1 st , 2026, and ending on Friday, August 7 th , 2026. The Summer Intern Program includes the following: Business critical projects with the opportunity to produce high-impact work Weekly lunch seminars with senior managers across all teams Finance teaching days hosted by other financial institutions Opportunities to participate in charitable and company-wide social events Legal/Compliance Internship Our Compliance and Legal teams are at the forefront of innovation and risk mitigation in a constantly evolving regulatory environment. Both teams must develop a thorough understanding of all aspects of MW's activities, including trading, investment decision-making, and marketing, in order to render balanced advice to a variety of business units. The intern will work closely with a team led by the Chief Compliance Officer and General Counsel of Marshall Wace North America who is also part of the larger global Legal team and can expect exposure to both the Compliance and Legal teams. The Compliance team performs routine monitoring, facilitates regulatory filings and strives to fulfill MW's regulatory obligations in a variety of jurisdictions. Emphasis is placed not only on developing policies and procedures that guide MW but designing and leveraging cutting-edge technology to operate efficiently and effectively. The Legal team is responsible for all legal documentation within MW, including fund prospectuses, trading agreements and technology contracts. The team also analyzes MW's regulatory obligations globally and provides advice on adherence. This intern will support the day-to-day operations of the Chief Compliance Officer and General Counsel of Marshall Wace North America and her team, and responsibilities may include: Analyzing applicable regulatory developments through gap assessment and implementation; Assessing certain processes firm-wide and recommending controls and actions to optimize compliance monitoring and reporting; Reviewing legal documents, under the supervision of members of the legal team, for adherence to MW templates and current market standards; Collaborating with other teams to address potential organizational risks and opportunities for improvements; Participating in calls and meetings with both internal and external parties related to specific legal or compliance projects; Identifying topics for firm-wide education and creating materials; and, Developing strategies for streamlining complex processes and distilling complicated regulations for firm-wide implementation. Qualifications Students attending their first or second year of law school, or their first year of business school, are encouraged to apply. Successful applicants share some common traits: Excellent academic credentials in a challenging course of study Strong written and verbal communication skills Interest in, and knowledge or exposure to, rules-based subject matter Ability to quickly learn new, complex subject matter and intelligently apply it to solving problems Driven, organized, and detail oriented with a commitment to efficiency and process innovation Hunger to join a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment that encourages intellectual curiosity Prior experience with financial products and markets (e.g., academic courses, prior internship at a financial company) Collaborative, team-oriented, “no task is too small” mentality Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint Ability to work from the New York office for duration of 10-week program. How to Apply Applications must be submitted to our application portal via Greenhouse: https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/mwnaintern/jobs/********** Applications must contain a resume and a detailed cover letter that indicates the role for which you are applying. We encourage you to apply early as assessments will be made on a rolling basis. If your application is shortlisted, you will be invited to participate in a telephone interview before proceeding further in our process, which includes role-specific assessments.
    $63k-124k yearly est. Auto-Apply 39d ago
  • Securities & Capital Markets Attorney

    Ascension Global Staffing & Executive Search

    Legal extern job in Albany, NY

    Job DescriptionAscension Global Staffing & Executive Search, a Hispanic Women Owned & Operated National Recruiting Firm stands at the forefront of innovation and excellence. Led by a visionary team with a deep commitment to diversity and inclusion, our firm is dedicated to identifying and attracting top talent across the nation. With a unique blend of cultural insight and professional expertise, we pride ourselves on creating an environment that fosters success for both employers and candidates. Securities & Capital Markets Attorney - Rochester, Buffalo, or Albany, NY Our client is seeking a Securities & Capital Markets Attorney with a minimum of four years of experience to join their Rochester, Buffalo, or Albany office. The ideal candidate will have experience representing issuers and investment banks in public and private offerings of securities, as well as advising publicly traded companies on compliance with the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, exchange listing standards, and corporate governance matters. Key Responsibilities: Represent issuers and investment banks in public and private offerings of securities. Advise publicly traded companies on SEC compliance, exchange listing requirements, and corporate governance. Draft and review securities offering documents, corporate disclosures, and related agreements. Work collaboratively with attorneys across practice areas to provide integrated client service. Maintain a strong focus on client service, initiative, and proactive problem solving. Qualifications: Minimum of four years of relevant securities and capital markets experience in a law firm setting. Strong knowledge of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 and exchange listing standards. Excellent oral and written communication skills. Demonstrated ability to work effectively as part of a team. Admission to practice in New York or eligibility for admission. Compensation: Estimated annual base salary range: $123,000 - $145,000, with actual compensation based on experience, qualifications, and skill level. Our client is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes candidates from diverse backgrounds.
    $123k-145k yearly 5d ago
  • Legal Administrative Assistant

    Ballard Spahr 4.8company rating

    Legal extern job in New Baltimore, NY

    Department: Intellectual Property About Us: Ballard Spahr is a renowned national law firm with more than 750 lawyers across 18 offices in the United States. A career at Ballard Spahr offers a diverse group of mentors, colleagues, and friends, and strong leadership that provides support and encouragement for career growth. We are thrilled to announce an exceptional opportunity to join the dynamic team at Ballard Spahr as an experienced Legal Administrative Assistant (Legal Secretary) within our esteemed Intellectual Property Patent Practice. In this engaging role, you will provide vital support to our attorneys through a range of administrative tasks, while also handling responsibilities related to patents and intellectual property. If you're looking to make a meaningful impact in a fast-paced legal environment, this opportunity is perfect for you. Your expertise and organizational skills will help drive our practice forward while fostering innovation and collaboration. This position is hybrid and offers an on-site work schedule of 3 days a week, with hours of 10 am - 6 pm. Although working out of our New York office is preferred, we will consider those who can work from any of our East Coast offices located in NJ, PA (Philadelphia), DE, MD (Baltimore), D.C., and GA (Atlanta). Why Join Us? Innovative Work Environment: Become part of a forward-thinking firm that enjoys substantial support and visibility from the firm's executive leadership. Professional Development: Take advantage of continuous learning opportunities and avenues for career growth. Inclusion: Join a Business Resource Group and share cultural, experiential, or job-related interests, experiences, and/or backgrounds. Impactful Contributions: Play a pivotal role in developing industry-leading solutions that make a significant difference in legal practice and client service. Your Role: As a legal administrative assistant in our New York patent practice, you will be a member of our IP patent prosecution group and your responsibilities will include but are not limited to: Prepare and electronically file patent applications and related documents with the United States Patent and Trademark Office Manage and coordinate patent docketing deadlines including generating deadline reports Maintain and organize patent files and databases Communicate with clients, attorneys and patent office as needed General administrative support of attorneys on the team which includes, but is not limited to, managing calendars and arranging travel What We're Looking For: Growth Mindset: Self-motivated with a passion for continuous learning and problem-solving. Communication: Strong verbal and written communication abilities. Detail-Oriented: Keen attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines independently. Required Experience: Bachelor's Degree preferred. Qualified candidates must have at least three years of patent prosecution experience with first-hand knowledge of Patent Center and preparing and filing formal documents in the USPTO. Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and experience with IP docketing software. The salary range for this position is from $90,000 - $100,000, which reflects the Firm's good faith and reasonable estimate of possible compensation at the time of posting. Actual pay will depend on several factors, such as the candidate's experience and qualifications. Ballard Spahr offers an excellent benefits package. A summary of available benefits can be found here in the Careers section of the firm's website. Ready to Grow with Us? If you are ready to play a vital role in the Firm's success, we encourage you to apply and be a part of our commitment to excellence. At Ballard Spahr, we believe that our skills, perspectives, and backgrounds drive innovation and excellence, while our unique culture fosters collaboration and success. Our culture of thriving together forms the cornerstone of how we deliver exceptional service and position our firm for a strong future. We welcome and encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply. Ballard Spahr is an equal opportunity employer. We offer equal consideration to all qualified applicants, regardless of race, ethnicity, religion, age, national origin, handicap or disability, citizenship, sex, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical condition, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, transgender status, sex stereotyping, genetic information, ancestry, veteran status or any other category protected by applicable law. The firm is not accepting resumes from search firms for this position.
    $90k-100k yearly Auto-Apply 37d ago
  • Legal Assistant

    Broadview Federal Credit Union 4.1company rating

    Legal extern job in Albany, NY

    If you are ready to join a company that truly cares about its employees, our members, and our community then you have come to the right place! Summary of Role: To provide comprehensive administrative and legal support to the Chief Legal Officer. Responsible for administrative needs, legal research, case and document management, assigned projects and general office support to ensure smooth and successful business operations and activities. Essential Job Functions/Responsibilities: Schedule appointments and travel; coordinate meeting logistics, make meeting arrangements and maintain room schedules. Compose, produce, and perfect legal correspondence and other documents using Microsoft Suite Office Products. Read and route incoming mail, memos, transcripts and general information, screen calls and take messages. Handle routine member and vendor calls. Coordinate legal team meetings, including offsites. Manage legal team projects and other special projects as assigned. Maintain all legal team policies, procedures, and files both electronic and physical files in strict confidence. Liaise with internal departments (e.g., Risk Management, Compliance, Lending, Employee Experience) and external legal counsel as needed. Perform special projects (i.e., research, data input) as assigned. Review records, documents and billings and file, record and reconcile as needed. Research vendors and consultants. Assist in preparation of documentation for board meetings, annual reports, and regulatory audits or examinations. Support enterprise risk management, compliance reviews, and policy audits under the direction of the Chief Legal Officer. Facilitate communication with Senior Management, staff, consultants, and vendors as needed. Monitor, track, and classify expenditures to ensure compliance with the budget. Help support physical security of corporate locations with visitor registration and other similar duties. Provide the highest level of service to both internal members and external- hospitality PLUS! Other duties as needed. Minimum Job Qualifications: Associate or bachelor's degree in legal studies, business administration, or related field. Legal secretary certification a plus. Minimum of three (3) years of administrative experience in a legal setting with direct support to senior legal executives preferred. Ability to exercise sound judgment, prioritize, and make decisions. Strong attention to detail and organization. Advanced understanding of legal terminology and processes. Proven ability to consistently and positively contribute in a high-paced, changing work environment with the ability to prioritize multiple functions, tasks, and projects and manage work time efficiently with minimal supervision. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; proven ability to take initiative and build strong, productive relationships. Excellent computer skills including MS Office Suite: Word and Excel, ability to gain familiarity with MS PowerPoint, Access, and Project. Notary public Starting Compensation: $31.73- $38.86/hr., plus a competitive benefits package. Bilingual individuals who are fluent in a second language in addition to English are highly encouraged to apply. We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, gender identity, or any other protected class. Broadview FCU is committed to ensuring individuals with disabilities and/or those who have special needs participate in the workforce and are afforded equal opportunity to apply and compete for jobs. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our Website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact us at **********************************
    $31.7-38.9 hourly Auto-Apply 60d+ ago
  • Attorney Auditor

    Sedgwick 4.4company rating

    Legal extern job in Albany, NY

    By joining Sedgwick, you'll be part of something truly meaningful. It's what our 33,000 colleagues do every day for people around the world who are facing the unexpected. We invite you to grow your career with us, experience our caring culture, and enjoy work-life balance. Here, there's no limit to what you can achieve. Newsweek Recognizes Sedgwick as America's Greatest Workplaces National Top Companies Certified as a Great Place to Work Fortune Best Workplaces in Financial Services & Insurance Attorney Auditor ** **This is a fully remote position, and candidates residing in any of the 50 United States are encouraged to apply.**** As an Attorney Auditor at Sedgwick, you'll have the opportunity to take on new challenges and help solve complex problems for the world's best brands. + Deliver innovative customer-facing solutions to clients who represent virtually every industry and comprise some of the world's most respected organizations. + Be a part of a rapidly growing, industry-leading global company known for its excellence and customer service. + Leverage Sedgwick's broad, global network of experts to both learn from and to share your insights. + Take advantage of a variety of professional development opportunities that help you perform your best work, grow your career and your profile. + Enjoy flexibility and autonomy in your daily work, your location, and your career path. + Access diverse and comprehensive benefits to take care of your mental, physical, financial and professional needs. **PRIMARY PURPOSE OF THE ROLE** The Attorney Auditor reviews legal and non-legal invoices on behalf of our clients for services provided to insurance carriers, corporate legal departments and government entities. The auditor will apply client specified billing guidelines and/or Generally Accepted Principles and Standards ("GAPS"). **ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES** + Ability to understand and apply clients' billing guidelines and standards. + Work with client to develop or enhance billing protocol. + Ability to effectively communicate with law firms to discuss compliance with client's billing requirements. + Effectively manage invoice workflow. + Ability to work independently to finalize and approve legal invoices for payment. + Consistently meet company established performance standards for production. + Work with other team members to jointly meet production objectives/goals. **QUALIFICATIONS** Juris Doctorate (JD) required. Five (5) years of insurance defense or complex litigation experience is required. **TAKING CARE OF YOU** + Wonderful team culture with career development and promotional growth opportunities. + A diverse and comprehensive benefits offering including medical, dental vision, 401K and PTO. + Wellness benefits including wellness allowance and life insurance. + Competitive salary with a rewarding bonus structure. + Job security and flexibility; potential to work from home once training is completed. Work environment requirements for entry-level opportunities include - Physical: Computer keyboarding Auditory/visual: Hearing, vision and talking Mental: Clear and conceptual thinking ability; excellent judgement and discretion; ability to meet deadlines. The statements contained in this document are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by a colleague assigned to this description. They are not intended to constitute a comprehensive list of functions, duties, or local variances. Management retains the discretion to add or to change the duties of the position at any time. Always accepting applications. _As required by law, Sedgwick provides a reasonable range of compensation for roles that may be hired in jurisdictions requiring pay transparency in job postings. Actual compensation is influenced by a wide range of factors including but not limited to skill set, level of experience, and cost of specific location. For the jurisdiction noted in this job posting only, the range of starting pay for this role is (_ $70,000.00 - $75,000.00 + bonus potential _). A comprehensive benefits package is offered including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, 401k and matching, PTO, disability and life insurance, employee assistance, flexible spending or health savings account, and other additional voluntary benefits._ _\#LI-TS1 #remote_ Sedgwick is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug-Free Workplace. **If you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, consider applying for it anyway! Sedgwick is building a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace and recognizes that each person possesses a unique combination of skills, knowledge, and experience. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.** **Sedgwick is the world's leading risk and claims administration partner, which helps clients thrive by navigating the unexpected. The company's expertise, combined with the most advanced AI-enabled technology available, sets the standard for solutions in claims administration, loss adjusting, benefits administration, and product recall. With over 33,000 colleagues and 10,000 clients across 80 countries, Sedgwick provides unmatched perspective, caring that counts, and solutions for the rapidly changing and complex risk landscape. For more, see** **sedgwick.com**
    $93k-138k yearly est. 60d+ ago
  • Summer Internship in the Tax and Legal Department (2025-2026)

    PwC 4.8company rating

    Legal extern job in Ghent, NY

    Line of Service Tax Industry/Sector Not Applicable Specialism General Tax Consulting Management Level Intern/Trainee Contribute to creating a better tomorrow The only way we can tackle the challenges of this fast-changing world is with passionate people. Led by our purpose of building trust and solving important problems, we come together at PwC to address the biggest issues facing the world in a way that drives positive impact. Are you eager to join a team fuelled by open and curious minds? People who are passionate about their work and create new solutions for a new day? Then you're at the right place. Bring your talent. Learn new skills. Make a positive impact. Dig deep and unearth the fascinating and constantly changing tax ecosystem with the stewardship of PwC's Tax teams, the world's leading providers of tax services. Make an impact by solving problems and advising clients in M&A, global tax, transfer pricing, indirect tax, customs, personal tax, reward, tax & accounting and so much more - your specialty is always your choice. Our multidisciplinary Tax teams work side by side, both in Belgium and across borders, to help clients make the changes they need to be transparent, accountable and sustainable. It's better for business and better for society. We're looking for talented interns/students to join one of our Tax & Legal Team during the summer 2026. Looking for a rich learning experience in professional surroundings? With friendly experts as your career stewards? Nurture your knowledge and confidence by observing our specialists at work and by making your contribution to challenging projects. Our students have a front-row seat in getting to know PwC and acquire a whole portfolio of priceless experience. What you'll learn and do - the choice is yours! Corporate Tax * Interested in transfer pricing or mergers and acquisitions? Make a difference by helping us advise clients on all aspects of corporate taxation in Belgium and abroad, and support companies in managing their taxes. Together we'll analyse files, solve problems, detect opportunities and liaise with local tax authorities. Accounting and Tax * You can choose a combination and help us help clients comply with their statutory and management accounting, financial statements, corporate and indirect tax requirements and to build a sustainable reporting and tax function for the future. Discover our complete approach to statutory reporting and tax management that combines deep technical expertise, statutory and tax function data management, tax process transformation and tax technology to help clients understand and meet their current and future challenges head-on. Reward Services: Reward Consulting * Interested in the world of consulting? Are you keen to dive deep into HR topics? Our Reward Services consulting practice offers challenging and hands-on HR consulting school internships. You'll be involved in internal and client projects in various HR domains like rewards, compensation and benefits and more. Indirect Tax * Gain knowledge and insights on international and national indirect taxes, predominantly VAT and customs duties, usually in cross-border settings. Clients range from large multinationals to not-for-profit organisations, public bodies and public-private partnerships. Projects could relate to structuring and streamlining indirect taxes across the supply chain, optimising the indirect tax footprint, minimising tax leakages and litigation. PwC Legal * Employment Law * Business and Corporate Law * Tax Law * Public Law Who you are * You are in your final bachelor's OR master's year in Accountancy, Taxation, Law, (Applied) Economics, Business Engineering, Business Administration, … * Team player with a sense of initiative and a critical and analytical mind. * Communicative, eager to learn and looking to develop and grow. * Able to express yourself fluently in English and Dutch or French. What we offer * Attractive student wage according to the student pay scale; * Invaluable professional experience at the 'best business school in the world'; * A workspace where everyone feels respected, valued and free to be themselves; * Inspiring and awesome colleagues; * Team events such as Last Friday Drinks, team-building days and celebrations, as well as time spent on community days and charity activities; * Forward-looking and very accessible leadership hosting inspirational lunches; * And much more! Looking for an internship where you'll really make a difference? Then we look forward to meeting you! Education (if blank, degree and/or field of study not specified) Degrees/Field of Study required: Degrees/Field of Study preferred: Certifications (if blank, certifications not specified) Required Skills Optional Skills Desired Languages (If blank, desired languages not specified) Travel Requirements Not Specified Available for Work Visa Sponsorship? No Government Clearance Required? No Job Posting End Date
    $87k-129k yearly est. Auto-Apply 13d ago
  • Knowledge Management Lawyer - Litigation

    Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP 4.9company rating

    Legal extern job in Day, NY

    Job Summary & Objectives The Litigation Knowledge Management Lawyer (KML) is responsible for helping to develop the Litigation Department's knowledge strategy and implementing projects to meet the departments knowledge needs. With the support of the Knowledge & Innovation Department, this role develops and leverages best practices to increase effectiveness and efficiency within the practice group. The KML will leverage their legal expertise and understanding of the needs of practicing attorneys to identify areas where Artificial Intelligence (AI) support could improve efficiency, clarity, or speed of execution at various phases of the litigation lifecycle. The KML will develop and maintain essential knowledge assets and support the delivery of a broad portfolio of KM services for the Litigation Department. Essential Job Duties & Responsibilities Knowledge Strategy Coordinate with the Knowledge & Innovation Department and practice group attorneys to develop and implement solutions and best practices to increase effectiveness and efficiency in the Litigation Department Work with other business support teams (e.g., Finance, Applied Analytics) to capitalize on opportunities to leverage data to drive strategic decision making and improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the Department Coordinate with the Applied Analytics and Practice Solutions teams to evaluate and pilot legal technology, artificial intelligence applications, and client-facing applications that enhance the delivery of legal services AI Engagement and Support Identify and validate pain points and map them to viable AI-driven use cases, particularly where AI support could improve efficiency, clarity or speed of execution Identify, evaluate, and advocate for innovative, AI-based legal technology solutions that improve operational efficiency and client service Assist the Litigation Department in adopting AI-enabled workflows through proactive outreach and hands-on support Serve as a dedicated resource for litigation attorneys seeking AI solution support, offering responsive, high-touch assistance with prompt design, refinement, and execution tailored to litigation-specific tasks Prepare and deliver presentations and trainings related to creative and practical uses for AI in litigation Knowledge Resources & Practice Intelligence Develop and maintain practice resources, including precedents, templates, guides and other “know-how” materials and ensure resources are readily accessible on the Firm's intranet and other content sharing platforms Identify and implement processes for capturing relevant business and matter data in the Firm's experience management database Work with practicing attorneys to determine which matters should be profiled and identify matter attributes and data points that should be tracked Design and maintain highly visual reports and dashboards that surface insights into business and matter data for internal audiences and client presentations Business Development Assist Business Development in preparation of pitch-books and relevant materials for business development Monitor and disseminate information relating to client preferences and compliance protocols and ensure that client specific information is disseminated to associates Training & Mentorship Work with firm's Legal Training and Development team to identify practice-related training needs; assist in the creation of materials for group trainings and CLE programs Mentor associates by providing them with best practices and assisting them in locating practice-related knowledge resources and documents Be a source of legal, market, and practical expertise for all members of the Litigation Department Collaboration Collaborate and coordinate with other professional staff and departments of the Firm to improve content, procedures and communications to ensure seamless support for the Litigation Department Provide other knowledge support to the practice group as may be assigned by the Litigation Department Co-Chairs, Chief Knowledge & Innovation Officer or Knowledge Management Director Education Requirements J.D. or equivalent Skills and Experience Requirements Minimum of five years of litigation experience Extensive knowledge of relevant legal practices and documents Outstanding communication skills, both written and verbal Self-starter and highly motivated Strong customer service skills and prompt response time to incoming requests Attention to detail and excellent organizational skills Ability to solve problems, both for technical issues and in situations involving collaboration with attorneys and non-legal staff/departments Demonstrated good business judgment and analytical skills Salary Information NY Only: The estimated base salary range for this position is $240,000 to $290,000 at the time of posting. The actual salary offered will depend on a variety of factors, including without limitation, the qualifications of the individual applicant for the position, years of relevant experience, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held, and if applicable, the location in which the applicant lives and/or from which they will be performing the job. This role is exempt meaning it is not overtime pay eligible. Simpson Thacher will not sponsor applicants for work visas for this position. Privacy Notice For information about how Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP collects and processes your personal information, please refer to our Privacy Notice available at ******************************************** Simpson Thacher & Bartlett is committed to a collegial work environment in which all individuals are treated with respect and dignity. The Firm prohibits discrimination or harassment based upon race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, citizenship status, disability, marital or partnership status, sexual orientation, veteran's status or any other legally protected status. This Policy pertains to every aspect of an individual's relationship with the Firm, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, compensation, benefits, training and development, promotion, transfer, discipline, termination, and all other privileges, terms and conditions of employment. #LI-Hybrid
    $240k-290k yearly Auto-Apply 39d ago
  • Supervising Attorney

    Unity House of Troy 4.1company rating

    Legal extern job in Troy, NY

    Supervising Attorney (Part-Time, 20 hours/week) Unity House Law Project Unity House Law Project is seeking a dedicated Part-Time Supervising Attorney (20 hours per week) to join our passionate team of attorneys and paralegals who advocate for victims and survivors of domestic violence. Our work centers on civil legal proceedings, particularly family and matrimonial law. The Supervising Attorney will provide both legal and administrative oversight, guide and mentor staff, and offer limited direct consultation and representation. The ideal candidate has a strong background in trauma-informed legal services, thrives both independently and collaboratively, and is deeply committed to supporting survivors of domestic violence. This role offers flexible weekday, daytime scheduling, onsite work, and opportunities for some remote hours. Salary based upon experience Key Responsibilities Provide trauma-informed civil legal services to victims and survivors of domestic violence. Supervise a small team of attorneys and paralegals, ensuring high-quality advocacy and service delivery. Support professional development through staff training, mentoring, and performance feedback. Collaborate closely with domestic violence program staff and other Unity House teams to enhance client support and program effectiveness. Work with senior leadership to shape the long-term vision and priorities for legal services. Build and strengthen relationships with partner organizations to improve service coordination and community outreach. Maintain accurate records, case statistics, and ensure compliance with all funding and reporting requirements. Qualifications Admission to the New York State Bar (required). Minimum 5 years of experience supervising attorneys in family and matrimonial litigation. Minimum 5 years of experience representing or supporting victims and survivors of domestic violence. Minimum 5 years practicing within a trauma-informed legal framework. Minimum 3 years of experience working as part of a multidisciplinary team. Strong organizational, administrative, and case-management skills. Ability to provide and receive constructive feedback. Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills, with the ability to work effectively in a variety of settings and with diverse populations. Benefits Paid time off: 6 days in first year (increases annually) NYS Sick Leave based on total hours worked ( approx 34 hours) per year 11 paid holidays + 2 floating holidays Major medical leave Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance 403(b) retirement plan employer contributions after one year Tuition reimbursement 50% discount on childcare tuition at A Child's Place Gym, tuition, and cell phone discounts Come work for an agency that cares about their employees and community! Unity House is a Rensselaer County-based human service agency that provides a wide range of services to meet the otherwise unmet needs of people in our community who are hurting and struggling. We assist those who are living in poverty, adults living with mental illness or HIV/AIDS, victims of domestic violence, and children with developmental delays. We work to achieve social justice in our community and to create a better understanding of those we serve. As An Equal Opportunity Employer, we commit ourselves to recruiting, hiring, training, and promoting persons in all job classifications without regard to race, color, age, sex, creed, disability, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, predisposing genetic characteristics national origin, domestic violence victim status, familial status, marital status, military status, pregnancy related condition, arrest and/or criminal conviction record, or any other category protected by law, unless based upon a bona fide occupational qualification or other exception.
    $82k-114k yearly est. Auto-Apply 29d ago
  • Legal Assistant 2

    State of New York 4.2company rating

    Legal extern job in Albany, NY

    Please note: State agencies that contact job applicants do not usually request personal or financial information via text message or over the phone in connection with your response to a job posting. If you are contacted for such information by these methods, or any other method, please verify the identity of the individual before transmitting such information to that person. Note: For questions about the job posting, please contact the agency that posted this position by using the contact information provided on the "Contact" tab for the position. Review Vacancy Date Posted 12/08/25 Applications Due12/19/25 Vacancy ID204348 * Basics * Schedule * Location * Job Specifics * How to Apply NY HELPYes AgencyPublic Service, Department of TitleLegal Assistant 2 Occupational CategoryOther Professional Careers Salary Grade17 Bargaining UnitPS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF) Salary RangeFrom $63361 to $80655 Annually Employment Type Full-Time Appointment Type Permanent Jurisdictional Class Competitive Class Travel Percentage 0% Workweek Mon-Fri Hours Per Week 37.5 Workday From 9 AM To 5 PM Flextime allowed? No Mandatory overtime? No Compressed workweek allowed? Yes Telecommuting allowed? Yes County Albany Street Address 3 Empire State Plaza City Albany, NY StateNY Zip Code12223 Duties Description The Legal Assistant 2, Grade 17, will work in the Office of General Counsel (OGC) and will perform duties include, but are not limited to: * Drafting legal documents such as affidavits and correspondence to be reviewed by OGC attorneys and reviewing correspondence, captions, and docket entries for accuracy. * Assisting in the final preparation of legal documents for State and federal litigation (ensuring documents are properly formatted, preparing tables of authorities/contents for briefs or reports, bookmarking, preparing certifications of compliance with procedural requirements, monitoring word count limitations, etc.). * Preparing and filing/uploading legal documents in court dockets, requiring familiarity with New York State Courts Electronic Filing (NSYCEF), Federal Court Case Management/Electronic Case Files (CM/ECF), and Public Access to Court Electronic Records (PACER) electronic filing systems, and applying knowledge of where to find relevant State and federal procedural and filing rules. * Preparing and filing electronic legal documents or electronic documents used by other administrative agencies, such as the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission or Department of Energy. * Organizing and preparing large administrative records for court filings, preparing indexes or table of contents for administrative or litigation records, and responding to subpoenas and other discovery requests; filing and serving "paper" documents when required. * Assisting in the review of records or document production in various cases and investigatory matters. * Assisting OGC attorneys in customer complaint appeal cases. * Performing legal research, requiring familiarity with Westlaw, online, and hardcopy sources. * Obtaining documents from other publicly available dockets, platforms, and data sources. * Interacting with NYS Archives and NYS Library staff and resources. * Applying redaction software functions to protect information in particular contexts. * Tracking relevant court dates and maintaining litigation calendar, which requires the ability to search and track case information in NYSCEF and the PACER service system for litigation filings. * Working independently and as part of a diverse, interdisciplinary team; prioritizing and managing different work streams and schedules. * Supervising, guiding, or reviewing work of lower-level support/legal assistant staff, as appropriate. Minimum Qualifications General Public Non-Competitive (NY HELPS)*: Three years of full-time experience as a Paralegal or Legal Assistant, where you were responsible for applying knowledge of the law and legal procedures in rendering direct assistance to lawyers, clients, and courts; preparing and interpreting legal documents and forms; researching, compiling, and using information from legal materials to provide both written and verbal comments on their findings; and/or analyzing and handling routine procedural problems independently with minimal attorney oversight. Substitutions: Either 1. An associate degree (or higher) in paralegal/legal assistant/legal studies program or a certificate in a paralegal/legal assistant/legal studies program where the degree was granted from a regionally accredited college or university, or one approved by the American Bar Association (ABA) AND one year of experience as a Paralegal/Legal Assistant OR 2. An associate degree in any field where the degree was granted from a regionally accredited college or university, or one approved by the American Bar Association (ABA) AND two years of experience as a Paralegal/Legal Assistant OR 3. Graduation from an accredited (ABA approved) law school with a degree required for NYS Bar will be accepted AND two years of full-time experience as a Paralegal/Legal Assistant. 55-b/c: Candidates who are currently eligible, who meet the qualifications listed in the "Non-Competitive (NY HELPS)" section above are encouraged to apply. If interested in this position and applying using your 55-b/c status, please provide a copy of your current 55-b/c eligibility letter. Civil Service List Candidates on the Legal Assistant 2 list have been canvassed and do not need to apply to this posting. Transfer Current New York State employee with one year or more of permanent, competitive service, or 55-b/c service as a Legal Assistant 2, Grade 17; OR current New York State employee with one year or more of permanent, contingent permanent, or 55-b/c service in a qualifying title and eligible for transfer* under section 70.1 of the Civil Service Law. If you are a current New York State employee on the eligible list and not reachable, you may be eligible for transfer. Candidates are encouraged to access GOT-IT on the Civil Service website (************** to determine transfer eligibility. Additional Comments About the Department: The New York State Department of Public Service (DPS or Department) works to: ensure safe, affordable, and reliable access to electric, gas, steam, water, and telecommunications services at just and reasonable rates for New York State customers, protect the natural environment, reduce greenhouse gas emissions via transmission and siting of renewable energy resources, and augment the resiliency of utility infrastructure. Learn more about DPS and how you can make a difference by checking out our video and more at: ******************************************** Additional Comments: * This title is part of the New York Hiring for Emergency Limited Placement Statewide Program (NY HELPS). For the duration of the NY HELPS Program, this title may be filled via a non-competitive appointment, which means no examination is required but all candidates must meet the minimum qualifications of the title for which they apply. At a future date, it is expected employees hired under NY HELPS will have their non-competitive employment status converted to competitive status, without having to compete in an examination. Employees will then be afforded with all of the same rights and privileges of competitive class employees of New York State. While serving permanently in an NY HELPS title, employees may take part in any promotion examination for which they are qualified. Equal Opportunity Employer: The Department of Public Service is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know by contacting the Designee for Reasonable Accommodations (DRA) and Americans with Disabilities Act Coordinator which can be found under the Accessibility Link on the Department's webpage at ******************* Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity. Name Human Resources Management - KP Telephone Fax Email Address ********************* Address Street 3 Empire State Plaza City Albany State NY Zip Code 12223 Notes on ApplyingPlease send a resume and cover letter to ********************* or fax to Human Resources Management at *************. Please reference "Legal Assistant 2, posting 00258" when applying.
    $63.4k-80.7k yearly 6d ago
  • Banking and Financial Services Attorney (4-6 yrs)

    Phillips Lytle LLP 3.5company rating

    Legal extern job in Albany, NY

    Job Details ALBANY, NY Lateral Attorneys Juris Doctor $137000.00 - $153000.00 Salary Banking and Financial ServicesDescription Phillips Lytle is looking to expand our talent within our Banking and Financial Services Practice. We represent a wide range of financial institutions and prominent businesses on sophisticated transactions on a national scale. The Banking and Financial Services Practice Group seeks to hire an Attorney (Albany) with 4-6 years of experience handling secured financial transactions, including drafting and negotiating transaction documents (i.e., loan agreements, intercreditor agreements and various loan and collateral documents including mortgages and security agreements) and collecting and reviewing due diligence (i.e. title reports, UCC searches, entity formation documents, leases). We offer a flexible workplace, a commitment to advancement, and significant client contact and responsibility. We value community engagement and an entrepreneurial spirit. We are focused on growing our Firm across our entire footprint, and welcome Associates who are looking for an inclusive and equitable environment, where mentoring, feedback and training are emphasized. Annual salary range for this position is $137,000-$153,000. Actual pay may be adjusted based on experience or other job-related factors permitted by law. Other benefits include: Bonus Program Medical Insurance Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Basic Group Life AD&D Insurance Voluntary Life & AD&D Insurance Short-Term Disability Long-Term Disability 401k & Roth Plan Options with Employer Match Flexible Spending Account Plan Options 10 Annual Holidays Paid Time Off NOTE: PHILLIPS LYTLE IS NOT WORKING WITH ANY SEARCH FIRMS IN CONNECTION WITH FILLING THIS POSITION. LOCATIONS: Albany, New York, United States
    $137k-153k yearly 60d+ ago
  • Staff Attorney

    Disability Advocates Dba Disability Rights Ne

    Legal extern job in Albany, NY

    The Staff Attorney will provide legal services and engage in individual and systemic representation and litigation. The Staff Attorney will be part of the PATBI (Protection and Advocacy for Individuals with Traumatic Brain Injury) program and will report to the Program Director. Essential Functions The Staff Attorney performs a wide range of duties, including the following: Provide legal, administrative, and other appropriate means of representation, including individual and systemic representation, to people with disabilities to ensure the protection of the rights of individuals with disabilities; Investigate allegations of abuse and neglect and draft investigative reports; Monitor service providers for abuse, neglect, and compliance with federal and state laws and draft monitoring reports; Analyze new and existing cases as well as other matters to determine if they present systemic issues which may be appropriate for DRNY to address, and, with the Program Director, formulate strategies for their prevention, reduction, or elimination; Act in accordance with identified Priorities and Goals of the Program; Consult with professionals such as attorneys, physicians, psychologists, therapists, educators, and others to identify options and barriers for individuals and groups; Lead and support DRNY projects, project teams, and initiatives that foster self-determination and self-advocacy, and coalition building; Lead and participate in committees, task forces, and other organization-wide groups as assigned, as well as conduct training and outreach activities; Maintain accurate, confidential files; Assist in preparing reports to funding sources; Maintain accurate time records and client records, including accurate use of the client tracking database for DRNY to meet its programmatic and fiscal responsibilities, and to obtain prevailing party attorney fees when appropriate; Timely open and close case files regarding client matters; May be asked to provide multilingual client support; Travel throughout New York State and outside of New York State as necessary to perform assigned job tasks; and Perform related tasks consistent with skills, abilities, and general responsibilities as required to support DRNY; and Other duties as assigned. Qualifications Be a member in good standing of the New York State Bar or eligible to waive in from another jurisdiction, or be eligible to become a member within a reasonable time after beginning employment and maintain such standing throughout employment with DRNY; Have 0 to 5 years experience; Demonstrated interest and commitment to public interest law; Ability to work efficiently, independently, and collaboratively as part of a team; Excellent communication skills; Relationship-building skills; Strong organizational skills; Strong problem-solving skills; Outstanding professionalism and ethical judgment; Multilingual skills preferred; Ability to work with diverse groups of individuals; Must work and reside in NY State. Preferred Experience Public interest, civil rights, or disability law experience; Litigation and administrative hearing experience; Experience working with diverse populations; NYS Drivers' license preferred. Working Conditions A Staff Attorney usually performs work remotely or in an office environment. The mission of the organization may sometimes take a Staff Attorney to non-standard workplaces. A Staff Attorney will be expected to travel within and outside the state as necessary. The annualized salary range for the Staff Attorney position is between $62,000 and $105,000. DRNY offers a comprehensive benefits package to full-time employees. This includes employer-paid premiums for health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance. Full-time employees also receive generous paid time off benefits and are eligible for our SEP IRA and 403 (b) retirement plans. To view more about our organization, check out our YouTube videos highlighting DRNY's mission in advocating for the civil rights of individuals with disabilities. Please visit our DRNY YouTube Channel and review our DRNY Press Releases.
    $62k-105k yearly 2d ago
  • Law Clerk Opportunities - Saratoga

    Legal Aid Society of Northeastern Ny 3.6company rating

    Legal extern job in Saratoga Springs, NY

    Job Description LEGAL AID SOCIETY OF NORTHEASTERN NEW YORK Law Clerk Opportunities Spring 2026 The Legal Aid Society of Northeastern New York (LASNNY) provides effective, free civil legal services and education to and advocacy for people with low income or other barriers to accessing the legal system. We secure basic needs, protect and preserve legal rights, provide equal access to justice, and seek fairness and dignity for all our clients. We have offices in Albany, Amsterdam, Canton, Gloversville, Plattsburgh, and Saratoga Springs to serve low and moderate-income residents of Albany, Clinton, Columbia, Essex, Franklin, Fulton, Greene, Hamilton, Montgomery, Rensselaer, Saratoga, St. Lawrence, Schenectady, Schoharie, Warren, and Washington Counties and the St. Regis Reservation. HIRING CRITERIA: Commitment to providing legal services to the poor. Excellent research and writing skills. Ability to work well under stress and time pressure. Prior relevant experience in legal services to the poor, especially law school clinical experience, and the ability to speak Spanish is a plus. Law clerks will be paid $25 per hour. All work performed with Legal Aid will count towards the 50-hour pro bono requirement for admission to the New York State Bar. Law clerks must be willing to commit to a minimum of 10 hours per week. Our clerkships are available remotely or in person. We also offer hybrid work options. APPLICATION DEADLINE: Spring clerkships - Accepting applications until filled. Applications submitted after the posting expires will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the positions are filled. DOCUMENTS REQUIRED: Cover Letter (cover letter should state what program(s) and LASNNY office(s) are of interest to applicant), Resume, and Writing Sample are required. LASNNY is committed to the creation of an inclusive and diverse workplace and providing Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action to all applicants. We strongly encourage applications from women, BIPOC, LGBTQ individuals, protected veterans, applicants and recipients of public assistance, the elderly, and people with disabilities. PROGRAM DESCRIPTIONS: Below are descriptions of the various programs offered at LASNNY. Please specify which program(s) you are interested in working with and which office(s) you are interested in working with in your cover letter. Law clerks generally gain experience interacting with clients; researching and writing both court documents and client correspondence; attending court appearances, administrative hearings, or other meetings; and exposure to a law firm environment. Disability Advocacy Program - All Offices DAP advocates represent clients with physical and mental impairments including, but not limited to, clients suffering from intellectual limitations, anxiety, depression, HIV, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, musculoskeletal impairments, Crohn's disease, diabetes, cancer, and cardiovascular diseases. DAP advocates review medical, educational, and vocational records to argue if adults and children meet the rules for a finding of disability as defined by the Social Security Administration. DAP law clerks will have the opportunity to perform research and writing for federal court cases, administrative appeals, and administrative hearings. They will also call clients, observe meetings and hearings, and assist attorneys in preparation for hearings. Domestic Violence Legal Assistance (DVLAP) - Amsterdam and Saratoga Offices DVLAP services include assistance with obtaining Orders of Protection, Child and Spousal Support, Custody and Visitation, and Divorce. We also assist survivors of domestic violence with their civil legal problems related to public assistance, food stamps, foreclosure, landlord/tenant, consumer, employment, and immigration issues. Clerks must have an understanding of the dynamics of domestic violence and/or experience with domestic violence or sexual assault work. This clerkship will provide the student with solid experience with client interviewing and counseling, petition and motion drafting, and family court practice. Students must be willing to occasionally travel for court appearances and client meetings. Regional Intake - All Offices Regional Intake Attorneys provide Legal advice to clients. They engage with clients, understand their legal issues, and provide essential guidance with empathy and integrity. Each day, they gather case information, conduct legal consultations, and assess client needs, ensuring that no challenge goes unaddressed. They collaborate with a talented team, leveraging innovative approaches to problem-solving. Clerk responsibilities include but are not limited to client interviewing; legal research and writing; document review and analysis; investigation; drafting legal documents and correspondence.
    $25 hourly 12d ago
  • Legal Administrative Assistant

    Robert Half 4.5company rating

    Legal extern job in Albany, NY

    We are looking for a highly organized and detail-oriented Legal Administrative Assistant to provide comprehensive support to our team in Albany, New York. In this contract role, you will manage essential administrative tasks, coordinate schedules, and ensure seamless operations within our organization. This is a long-term contract position offering a dynamic opportunity to contribute to various legal and technical processes. Responsibilities: - Prepare, review, and proofread legal and technical documents to ensure accuracy and completeness. - Organize and maintain both electronic and physical files, including initiating, archiving, and closing case files. - Input and update data in case management systems, ensuring deadlines, citizen complaints, and litigation matters are properly recorded. - Coordinate logistics for expert witnesses, depositions, court reporters, and both paper and electronic court filings. - Manage database systems such as Oracle-based platforms and archive management tools to support operational needs. - Oversee the bureau library, ensuring resources are updated and well-maintained. - Draft and distribute correspondence and reference materials for the bureau. - Schedule and facilitate meetings, video conferences, and conference calls with precision. - Arrange travel plans, secure approvals, and process reimbursement information through the Statewide Financial System. - Support onboarding and offboarding processes, contract ID badge management, and bureau equipment inventory as needed. Requirements - High school diploma or equivalent education required. - Strong experience in document preparation, proofreading, and editing. - Proficiency in managing both electronic and paper filing systems. - Familiarity with Oracle-based database systems and case management tools. - Ability to coordinate schedules and logistics for legal processes and meetings. - Skilled in calendar management and travel arrangements, including reimbursement submissions. - Excellent written and verbal communication skills. - Strong organizational abilities with attention to detail and multitasking capabilities. TalentMatch Robert Half is the world's first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles. Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-app) and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information. © 2025 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking "Apply Now," you're agreeing to Robert Half's Terms of Use (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/terms) .
    $41k-59k yearly est. 13d ago
  • Paralegal/Legal Secretary

    Sargent & Blais Personnel Services

    Legal extern job in Albany, NY

    TempToFT HW Staffing Solutions has an immediate Temporary to Hire position for an experienced Paralegal/Legal Secretary in Downtown Albany. Our client offers paid parking and a 35 hour work week! The Paralegal/Legal Secretary should have experience in the following; Litigation Depositions Preparation of Appellate Briefs Labor & Employment, Real Estate and/or Personal Injury is a plus The Paralegal/Legal Secretary will be supporting a partner as well as an associate, must have experience managing multiple calendars as well as proficiency in MS Office Suite. Fantastic opportunity to join a well established firm with excellent benefits! 39 North Pearl St 4th Floor, Albany, NY 12207, United States of America
    $40k-57k yearly est. 60d+ ago

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How much does a legal extern earn in Schenectady, NY?

The average legal extern in Schenectady, NY earns between $47,000 and $171,000 annually. This compares to the national average legal extern range of $23,000 to $93,000.

Average legal extern salary in Schenectady, NY

$90,000
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