Paralegal Analyst

About the Role

Balestriere Law Firm PLLC is seeking a Paralegal Analyst for immediate hire, offering extensive training for aspiring trial lawyers. This is a full-time, in-office position with business hours, including overtime and potential weekend work, particularly during trials, major filings, or client emergencies. The role is ideal for recent college graduates seeking to increase responsibility, grow, and learn within a dynamic firm. Analysts will have significant freedom and autonomy but must be prepared for their schedules to be adjusted on short notice to address urgent tasks directed by lawyers.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist lawyers and firm staff with tasks essential to serving clients and operating the firm.
• Manage case calendars and dockets.
• Conduct factual and legal research.
• Prepare, file, and address legal documents under lawyer supervision.
• Coordinate and participate in case events.
• Communicate with clients and assist in managing client relationships.
• Conduct client and witness interviews.
• Serve as a liaison between attorneys and courts.
• Play an essential role in evidence development, discovery, depositions, and court/arbitration appearances, including arguments, evidentiary hearings, and trials.
• Manage and follow up on invoices.
• Assist in marketing and client development.
• Perform administrative, business, or executive assistant tasks necessary for efficient firm operation.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Bachelor's degree (further degrees not needed; do not apply if you have an advanced degree, unless graduating within the month).
• Superior writing and editing skills.
• General proficiency in general office programs, including Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and Adobe Acrobat.
• Ability to work quickly and efficiently under strict deadlines.
• Flexibility to pivot between tasks and address unexpected assignments.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail, adherence to court rules and firm practices, and commitment to accuracy.
• Desire to grow and learn, especially in teamwork, writing, and tactical thinking.
• Initiative, resourcefulness, and ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Ability to multitask, prioritize, and make autonomous decisions.
• Authorized to work in the United States.
• Prior paralegal training or experience is not required or expected.
• Highly Desired (but not required): One to three years of prior work experience in any environment.
• Note: The firm has a particular interest in hiring first-generation college graduates.

Qualifications

• Commitment of at least one and a half years through at least May 2028.
• Ability to take direction and initiative.
• Willingness to work hard, grow, and serve clients.
• Ability to commit to at least two full months' notice before leaving the firm (absent exigent circumstances).
• Prepared to explain reasons for leaving any current position within a year of starting.

Important Information

• This is not a typical paralegal position and requires real responsibility.
• The firm handles highly complex, sensitive matters in New York and nationwide.
• Analysts work closely with one another and lawyers on diverse disputes, investigations, and firm business operations.
• Start date is within weeks for immediate hire.
• Not for Lawyers: Do not apply if you have a law degree (J.D. or LL.M.) from the U.S. or overseas, or are currently in law school.