Parnas & Associates
Job Description
We are a well-established and fast-paced personal injury law firm located in Queens, New York. Our firm represents clients in motor vehicle accidents, premises liability, construction accidents, and general negligence matters, providing hands-on, compassionate, and results-driven legal representation. We pride ourselves on maintaining a professional and collaborative team environment that values integrity, diligence, and client care.
Position Overview We are seeking a highly organized and proactive
Legal Assistant
to provide administrative and legal support to our attorneys and paralegals. The ideal candidate will have experience working in a
plaintiff’s personal injury firm , excellent attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple tasks in a busy office setting.
Key Responsibilities
Assist attorneys and paralegals with case management from intake through settlement or trial.
Draft, edit, and format correspondence, pleadings, discovery demands, and legal documents.
Communicate with clients, insurance adjusters, and medical offices to obtain records and updates.
Schedule depositions, IMEs, court appearances, and maintain attorney calendars.
Organize and maintain electronic and physical case files, ensuring deadlines are met.
Manage mail, scanning, e-filing (NYSCEF), and court document submissions.
Provide general administrative support including answering phones, filing, and client intake assistance.
Qualifications
3+ years of experience
as a Legal Assistant, preferably in
personal injury or litigation .
Strong knowledge of
New York State court procedures
and familiarity with
NYSCEF e-filing .
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Proficiency in
Microsoft Office
and
case management software
(SmartAdvocate, Needles, or TrialWorks preferred).
Ability to multitask, prioritize, and manage time efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills and a proactive work ethic.
Bilingual in English and Spanish
— strongly preferred.
Compensation & Benefits
Competitive
salary , commensurate with experience.
Opportunities for
professional growth and career advancement .
Supportive, team-oriented work environment.
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Position Overview We are seeking a highly organized and proactive
Legal Assistant
to provide administrative and legal support to our attorneys and paralegals. The ideal candidate will have experience working in a
plaintiff’s personal injury firm , excellent attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple tasks in a busy office setting.
Key Responsibilities
Assist attorneys and paralegals with case management from intake through settlement or trial.
Draft, edit, and format correspondence, pleadings, discovery demands, and legal documents.
Communicate with clients, insurance adjusters, and medical offices to obtain records and updates.
Schedule depositions, IMEs, court appearances, and maintain attorney calendars.
Organize and maintain electronic and physical case files, ensuring deadlines are met.
Manage mail, scanning, e-filing (NYSCEF), and court document submissions.
Provide general administrative support including answering phones, filing, and client intake assistance.
Qualifications
3+ years of experience
as a Legal Assistant, preferably in
personal injury or litigation .
Strong knowledge of
New York State court procedures
and familiarity with
NYSCEF e-filing .
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Proficiency in
Microsoft Office
and
case management software
(SmartAdvocate, Needles, or TrialWorks preferred).
Ability to multitask, prioritize, and manage time efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills and a proactive work ethic.
Bilingual in English and Spanish
— strongly preferred.
Compensation & Benefits
Competitive
salary , commensurate with experience.
Opportunities for
professional growth and career advancement .
Supportive, team-oriented work environment.
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