A leading organization in legal services is seeking a Paralegal II for their Criminal Appeals Bureau located in New York. This role involves assisting with post-conviction legal operations, focusing on organizing and closing old cases.
About the Opportunity:
- In-office position
- Shift: Day
- Schedule: Monday to Friday
- Hours: 9 AM - 5 PM
- Setting: Legal office environment
Responsibilities:
- Closing resolved cases
- Analyzing case documents
- Organizing physical files
- Updating and managing the case management system
- Assisting with the transition to a digital environment
Qualifications:
- Experience in administrative tasks, preferably in non-profit settings
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel
- Attention to detail
- Ability to meet deadlines
- Effective organizational skills
- Strong communication skills
- Interest in criminal law advocacy
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Time-management skills
Desired Skills:
- Prior legal setting experience (especially indigent criminal defense) strongly preferred
- Legal research skills
- Understanding of case management systems
- Proactive approach to tasks
- Strong problem-solving skills
