Paralegals and Legal Assistants

3 weeks ago


New York, United States Nexus Staff Inc. Full time
Job Title: Paralegals and Legal Assistants
Emp Type: Contract

Work Hours: 37.5 hrs./week
Job Duration: 2 Years

Work site: Hybrid (Remote for Local candidates only)
Location: 5 Beaver Street, New York, NY 10004
Closing: 11/25/2024.


Key Responsibilities:
  • ssist the OTDA Office of Administrative Hearings (OAH) in issuing written fair hearing decisions in a timely manner.
  • Draft fair hearing decisions based on written guidance from presiding Administrative Law Judges (ALJs), evidence, audio recordings, and proprietary decision drafting software.
  • Listen to hearings in real-time and state appearance on the record, if directed.
  • Utilize ALJs' recommendations, credibility assessments, and legal directives to prepare draft decisions.
  • Ensure draft decisions include accurate and relevant laws, findings of fact, analyses, and directives.
  • Report to the office when required for training, equipment retrieval or return, and other operational needs.

Work Expectations:
  • Work under the direct supervision of an OAH attorney.
  • Follow New York State's official work schedule, including two 15-minute breaks per day (breaks cannot be used to shorten the workday).
  • Use OTDA-issued equipment, including computers and Microsoft Suite software.
  • Complete all required training and develop proficiency with proprietary decision drafting software.

Qualifications:
  • Certification: Paralegal certification required.
  • Experience: Minimum of two years of experience providing complex clerical legal support services to an attorney.

Skills:
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills.
  • Proficiency in legal terminology, language, and principles.
  • Excellent organizational and analytical skills.
  • bility to interpret and apply laws, legal documents, and other written materials.
  • Maintain confidentiality and comply with non-disclosure agreements as required by OTDA.

Miscellaneous Information
  • Shift Days/Time: Monday to Friday, 9:00 am to 5:00 pm.
  • No free parking is available at the NYC location.
  • Several parking lots are available, but costs are relatively high.
  • Work Equipment: OTDA-issued equipment is mandatory for use.
  • Training will be provided.

The Nexus Staff Difference:
  • Our outstanding healthcare coverage, including dental and vision, begins in just 30 days after you join us.
  • We offer weekly payments via ACH (Automated Clearing House).
  • Serving as Prime Vendors to New York State and New York City for over 10 years.


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