Paralegals and Legal Assistants

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: 11252024. 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 DaysTime: 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.

Created: 2025-02-17