David Fogel PC
Job Overview
We’re not hiring just any paralegal. We’re hiring the paralegal — someone who will serve as the attorney’s
right hand
and make a real impact.
At
David Fogel P.C. , we’re rapidly growing and we need someone who wants to join in our momentum to help grow the firm and individually! We are the type of firm that takes our work seriously (without being uptight or stuffy). We thrive on a collaborative, high-performance environment — where reliability, accountability, and a good sense of humor are non-negotiable.
The Opportunity We're looking for a
Commercial Litigation Paralegal
who is experienced, trustworthy, and capable of managing litigation cases from
client intake through resolution . This person should be confident, highly organized, self-driven, and great with clients — someone who is professional and easy to work with, and genuinely wants to be helpful. If you're the type who takes initiative, has good instincts, and wants to be an indispensable part of something meaningful, this could be your perfect next step.
What You’ll Do You’ll act as a strategic partner to the attorney and own a variety of litigation responsibilities, including:
Ensuring the attorney
meets deadlines
and is prepared for court and meetings
Assisting the attorney with
court preparation and appearances
and maintain orderly, complete legal files
Having the ability to
fully understand
the complete picture and status of files and to be able to provide a summary
Client intake and onboarding , organizing new matters
Drafting pleadings
including complaints, answers, counterclaims, etc.
Preparing and responding to
discovery
demands, subpoenas, and disclosures
Drafting and organizing
motion papers : notices of motion, affirmations/affidavits, memoranda of law, and exhibits
Performing
factual and legal research
Managing court filings through
NYSCEF
Confidently and effectively
communicating
with the courts and adversaries, including opposing counsel and self‑represented parties
Regularly communicating with and providing updates to clients and help
cultivate relationships
Manage case deadlines and proactively
maintain calendars and workflows
You’ll also
support the growth and efficiency
of the practice by identifying areas to improve systems and helping the firm move cases forward without missing a beat.
Qualifications & Requirements We need a paralegal who is not just capable and good at doing paralegal work; we need the paralegal who people trust and count on. The ideal candidate will be someone who is: motivated and energetic; possess a sincere desire to learn and grow; a self‑starter; always willing and offering to help; does not settle for anything less than excellence.
Here’s what else makes the candidate a great fit:
1+ year of experience
as a litigation paralegal or legal assistant in
New York civil litigation
(commercial litigation strongly preferred)
Comfortable handling cases
from intake to resolution
Strong knowledge
of NY legal procedures, filings, and motion practice
Exceptional written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills
Experience with
NYSCEF e‑filing
High-level
attention to detail
and document management
Great
PC skills
(you can be a Mac expert but you MUST know the difference between left click and right click)
Proficient with MS Word
(track changes/redlining, formatting); Google Workspace (Gmail, Drive, Sheets)
Comfortable with PDFs (e‑signatures, redaction, combining documents)
Tech‑savvy and fast learner — you know your way around a PC and can quickly learn new applications
Genuinely
helpful, upbeat, and client‑focused
Thrives under deadlines and stays organized
Takes
initiative
and finds solutions without being asked
Confident, respectful, and
reliable
— you show up and follow through
You enjoy working both independently and collaboratively with a team
Bonus if you love pizza
Compensation & Perks Hourly Pay: $30.00–$40.00 DOE
Schedule: Monday to Friday | 40–50 hours/week
Work Location: In‑Office (Garden City, NY)
Benefits
401(k)
Health, dental & vision insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off & sick leave
Flexible scheduling
Employer‑paid, fully confidential teletherapy service
Closing Thoughts If you’re looking for a role where your work is appreciated, your voice matters, and you can grow with a firm that values who you are as much as what you do — we’d love to hear from you. Send your resume and a quick cover letter explaining why you're the perfect "right-hand" paralegal for this role.
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right hand
and make a real impact.
At
David Fogel P.C. , we’re rapidly growing and we need someone who wants to join in our momentum to help grow the firm and individually! We are the type of firm that takes our work seriously (without being uptight or stuffy). We thrive on a collaborative, high-performance environment — where reliability, accountability, and a good sense of humor are non-negotiable.
The Opportunity We're looking for a
Commercial Litigation Paralegal
who is experienced, trustworthy, and capable of managing litigation cases from
client intake through resolution . This person should be confident, highly organized, self-driven, and great with clients — someone who is professional and easy to work with, and genuinely wants to be helpful. If you're the type who takes initiative, has good instincts, and wants to be an indispensable part of something meaningful, this could be your perfect next step.
What You’ll Do You’ll act as a strategic partner to the attorney and own a variety of litigation responsibilities, including:
Ensuring the attorney
meets deadlines
and is prepared for court and meetings
Assisting the attorney with
court preparation and appearances
and maintain orderly, complete legal files
Having the ability to
fully understand
the complete picture and status of files and to be able to provide a summary
Client intake and onboarding , organizing new matters
Drafting pleadings
including complaints, answers, counterclaims, etc.
Preparing and responding to
discovery
demands, subpoenas, and disclosures
Drafting and organizing
motion papers : notices of motion, affirmations/affidavits, memoranda of law, and exhibits
Performing
factual and legal research
Managing court filings through
NYSCEF
Confidently and effectively
communicating
with the courts and adversaries, including opposing counsel and self‑represented parties
Regularly communicating with and providing updates to clients and help
cultivate relationships
Manage case deadlines and proactively
maintain calendars and workflows
You’ll also
support the growth and efficiency
of the practice by identifying areas to improve systems and helping the firm move cases forward without missing a beat.
Qualifications & Requirements We need a paralegal who is not just capable and good at doing paralegal work; we need the paralegal who people trust and count on. The ideal candidate will be someone who is: motivated and energetic; possess a sincere desire to learn and grow; a self‑starter; always willing and offering to help; does not settle for anything less than excellence.
Here’s what else makes the candidate a great fit:
1+ year of experience
as a litigation paralegal or legal assistant in
New York civil litigation
(commercial litigation strongly preferred)
Comfortable handling cases
from intake to resolution
Strong knowledge
of NY legal procedures, filings, and motion practice
Exceptional written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills
Experience with
NYSCEF e‑filing
High-level
attention to detail
and document management
Great
PC skills
(you can be a Mac expert but you MUST know the difference between left click and right click)
Proficient with MS Word
(track changes/redlining, formatting); Google Workspace (Gmail, Drive, Sheets)
Comfortable with PDFs (e‑signatures, redaction, combining documents)
Tech‑savvy and fast learner — you know your way around a PC and can quickly learn new applications
Genuinely
helpful, upbeat, and client‑focused
Thrives under deadlines and stays organized
Takes
initiative
and finds solutions without being asked
Confident, respectful, and
reliable
— you show up and follow through
You enjoy working both independently and collaboratively with a team
Bonus if you love pizza
Compensation & Perks Hourly Pay: $30.00–$40.00 DOE
Schedule: Monday to Friday | 40–50 hours/week
Work Location: In‑Office (Garden City, NY)
Benefits
401(k)
Health, dental & vision insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off & sick leave
Flexible scheduling
Employer‑paid, fully confidential teletherapy service
Closing Thoughts If you’re looking for a role where your work is appreciated, your voice matters, and you can grow with a firm that values who you are as much as what you do — we’d love to hear from you. Send your resume and a quick cover letter explaining why you're the perfect "right-hand" paralegal for this role.
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