4 results for Proofreader in New York, NY

Legal Assistant

New York, NY
onsite
Permanent
85000.00 - 95000.00 USD / Yearly
Our client is a preeminent national law firm. They are seeking to add a Trusts and Estates Legal Assistant to their team. About the Role The Legal Assistant provides high-level administrative and client support to attorneys in a Trusts & Estates practice. This role requires strong knowledge of trusts and estates procedures, court and agency filings, and compliance requirements. The Legal Assistant plays a key role in client service, matter management, and ensuring attorneys are supported efficiently and proactively. Key Responsibilities Provide comprehensive administrative support to multiple attorneys Prepare, edit, proofread, and format legal documents Manage electronic and paper files in accordance with firm protocols Assist with court and agency filings Support billing, time entry, and month-end closing processes Handle client and matter intake, including engagement letters Coordinate with internal teams to meet deadlines and client needs Maintain trust account information and assist with trust operations Serve as Notary Public and witness document signings as needed
2026-02-26T16:38:41Z

Paralegal

New York, NY
onsite
Permanent
95000.00 - 115000.00 USD / Yearly
Role: Landlord-Tenant ParalegalLocation: Midtown ManhattanSalary: $95K - $115K with bonus potential Schedule: 9am - 5pm; Fully in office but remote flexibility is available Comprehensive benefits & PTO We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Landlord-Tenant Paralegal to join our team. The ideal candidate will have 6+ years of experience handling landlord-tenant matters in New York City including cooperative landlord-tenant matters and be adept at managing multiple cases, preparing legal documents, conducting legal research, and supporting attorneys through all phases of litigation. This role includes performing ad hoc assignments as needed to support the firm's evolving needs. Responsibilities:<ul><li>Draft and revise legal documents, including Notices to Cure, Notices of Default, Rent Demands, Petitions, Stipulations of Settlement, Rent Demands, and legal correspondence.</li><li>Draft and revise real estate documents such as contracts of sale, riders, leases, and closing statements.</li><li>Proofread and ensure the accuracy of all legal filings before submission.</li><li>Coordinate court filings and e-filings using NYSCEF, ensuring compliance with legal deadlines.</li><li>Liaise with process servers, court clerks, etc. to ensure timely and accurate filings.</li><li>Communicate directly with clients and coordinate with lenders.</li><li>Assist attorneys in preparing for trials and administrative hearings by organizing exhibits, witness lists, and case summaries. Attend court proceedings as needed.</li><li>Conduct thorough legal research using LexisNexis and Westlaw. Stay updated on changes in NY landlord-tenant laws, particularly in relation to coops, including Mitchell-Lama’s.</li><li>Ad-hoc duties as needed.</li></ul>
2026-03-02T15:23:41Z

Legal Assistant

Shelton, CT
onsite
Permanent
50000.00 - 73000.00 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a dedicated and detail-oriented Legal Assistant to join a reputable law firm in the greater Shelton, CT area. This position supports attorneys in their daily tasks and ensures the smooth operation of administrative and legal processes. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment, demonstrates excellent organizational skills, and exhibits professionalism in handling sensitive information. Responsibilities:• Answer and direct incoming calls with professionalism and courtesy.• Draft and prepare legal documents such as complaints, ensuring accuracy and clarity.• Create, proofread, and edit correspondence including letters and memos for attorneys.• Monitor and respond to pleadings while maintaining proper tracking and organization.• Organize and maintain physical and electronic filing systems for easy access and retrieval.• Schedule appointments, manage attorney calendars, and coordinate meetings effectively.• Handle confidential and sensitive information with the utmost discretion.• Provide administrative and legal support to assist attorneys in achieving operational efficiency.• Prepare and file court documents electronically, ensuring compliance with filing procedures.• Assist with civil litigation tasks, including court filings and case preparation.
2026-03-12T15:23:47Z

Legal AI Editor

Ridgefield Park, NJ
remote
Temporary
24.00 - 25.00 USD / Hourly
Robert Half is seeking licensed attorneys or JD candidates to join an ongoing legal research initiative as Legal AI Editors. Project information:<ul><li>Start: April 2026 </li><li>Duration: 4 months with possibility of extension </li><li>Pay: $24-25/hour </li><li>Location: Remote </li><li>Hours: 40 hours per week, M-F</li></ul> Responsibilities include:This project will test the outputs from a Large Language Model (LLM) that is being tested for the creation of AI generated research answers, draft US legal content, including memos and briefs; and summaries of US legal content types, including opinions and statutes. The editors will be asked to evaluate the accuracy of both the answer, summary, or draft content, and any statutory rules or case citations contained within the output. For both tasks, editors will be required to provide assessment rating feedback and to provide additional feedback commentary as necessary.
2026-03-06T19:24:03Z