Paralegal Aide – Level 2

About the role

The New York City Law Department is seeking qualified candidates for permanent Paralegal Aide Level 2 positions in both the Labor & Employment Division (three openings) and the Commercial & Real Estate Litigation Division (one opening). Successful applicants will work under the supervision of senior paralegals, attorneys, and higher‑level staff, providing essential support throughout all phases of litigation.

Key responsibilities

• Organize, index, and manage large volumes of exhibits and case files.
• Prepare trial binders, trial exhibits, and other litigation documents.
• Draft and issue subpoenas, notices of entry, stipulations, and other legal correspondence.
• Assist attorneys with case investigations, including locating witnesses and retrieving documents from federal, state, and city agencies.
• Enter and retrieve data in Law Manager and Relativity, and digest deposition transcripts.
• Serve and file court papers, attend calendar calls, and retrieve court decisions.
• Perform routine legal research and support pre‑trial, trial, and post‑trial activities.
• Handle physical tasks such as lifting heavy files, climbing stairs, and traveling throughout the city using public transportation.

Required profile

• Permanent civil‑service Paralegal Aide title (Level 2).
• Ability to work under supervision while exercising independent initiative and judgment.
• Willingness to perform physically demanding activities and travel across New York City.

Required skills

• Proficiency with Law Manager.
• Proficiency with Relativity.