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About the Role
The Legal Assistant position will support LASROC’s attorneys and social workers representing children and youth in custody, child welfare, and juvenile delinquency matters. This role is responsible for managing case files, drafting and preparing legal documents, coordinating attorney calendars, and communicating with court personnel. The Legal Assistant is also responsible for organizing materials for court, serving legal papers within Monroe County, and supporting general office operations.
Responsibilities
- Open and maintain client case files by processing court documents and entering data accurately into case management software.
- Draft, format, and proofread legal documents such as custody orders, motions, and other correspondence.
- Prepare legal documents for filing and service in accordance with court deadlines and procedural requirements.
- Manage attorney calendars, ensuring all court appearances and deadlines are properly recorded and updated.
- Communicate courteously and professionally with Family Court personnel to obtain supplementary documents and case information as needed.
- Assist attorneys in organizing case materials and documents for hearings and trials.
- Travel within Monroe County to serve legal papers and retrieve court-related documents.
- Ensure confidentiality and compliance with legal and ethical standards in all tasks performed.
Requirements
- Serve as a Notary Public (if not currently licensed, must be able to pass the notary exam within the first six months of employment).
- Must be a team player and have a positive, cooperative work attitude.
- Ability to manage deadlines and prioritize tasks effectively.
Skills
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office 365
- Experience with office technology and database systems
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
Location
- Monroe County
Work Type
- Hybrid Work schedule
- In-office environment
Experience Level
- More vacation based on experience
Education Level
- Education in Paralegal Studies (ABA-approved program preferred)
- High School Diploma with equivalent experience
Benefits
- Paid Lunch Hour
- Employer contributions toward health and dental insurance plans
- 15 days of vacation to start
- 96 hours of sick leave
- 48 hours of personal time
- 14 paid holidays a year
- $600 per year internet stipend
- 3% match on the 401(k) or Roth 401(k) plan
- 5% language differential for being proficient in a program-relevant language
- Professional development opportunities
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness qualifying employer
About the Company
- The Legal Aid Society of Rochester, NY, provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
Equal Opportunity
- Provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.