| JOB POSTINGS | |
ATTENTION: These postings are not listed in chronological order.
Welcome to Fairleigh Dickinson University's Paralegal Studies
Program website. This JOB POSTINGS page has been created to assist all
former students and current students in their search for a rewarding career
in the legal field. The postings offer a brief description from many different
areas of the law. The Paralegal Studies Program also offers resume review and
critiquing. If you have any questions or are an employer who would like to post
a job on the website please call: 973-443-8690 or e-mail paralegal@fdu.edu.
Please be advised that Fairleigh Dickinson University does not endorse any particular
employer who may have posted a position on our website. All employment related
matters including, but not limited to, interviewing and the production of documents
must be handled directly between the employer and the applicant.
| Date Posted: 08/26/04 Hours: Full Time Student/Graduate: Either Area of Law: Family, Criminal & Civil Litigation Salary: $12/hr. Please Send or Fax resume to: Shelley Albert, Esq. Dario & Yacker, LLC 1590 Anderson Avenue Fort Lee, NJ 07024 Fax: (646) 695-3192 Must be familiar with WordPerfect, we will train on our billing program. Must be personable, good with clients and very organized. This is a great opportunity for a student part time or a graduate full time to work in a very friendly law office. We are willing to train the right person who is willing to learn. We prefer a full time assistant, but are willing to interview part time candidates as well. |
| Date Posted: 08/26/04 Hours: Full-Time or Part-Time Student/Graduate: Either Area of Law: Real Estate, Matrimonial, Personal Injury- All areas of Civil Litigation Salary: Based on experience and/or graduate level Please Send, Fax or Email resume to: Steven Fleischer, Esq. Law Offices of Steven H. Fleischer, Esq. 25 N. Bridge Street Somerville, NJ 08876 Tel: (908) 231-0052 Fax: (908) 722-6459 Email: JFleisc119@aol.com Required: Good communication skills, proficiency in MS Word. |
| Date Posted: 08/26/04 Hours: Full Time Student/Graduate: Graduate Area of Law: Real Estate Salary: Commensurate with skills and experience Please contact: Genesis at (201) 923-9931 or Art at (201) 227-9339 Seeking full time, bilingual (Spanish-English) real estate paralegal. Must be experienced in real estate closings. Busy two person firm (one male and one female attorney), with nice office on 85th Street and Kennedy Blvd., in North Bergen. |
| Date Posted: 08/26/04 Hours: Full-Time Student/Graduate: Preferably Graduate Area of Law: Defense: Medical Malpractice Salary: $30-$45K Please Send, Fax or Email resume to: Makay Picillo Vasios, Kelly & Strollo 2444 Morris Ave. Union, NJ 07083 Tel: (908) 688-1020 Fax : (908) 688-1403 Email: vasioslaw@worldnet.att.net Required: Typing-50wpm. WordPerfect a help. Team player with a good sense of humor. |
| Date Posted: 08/26/04 Hours: Full-Time Student/Graduate: Either Area of Law: Personal Injury, Employment Law, Long Term Disability, PIP (Personal Injury Protection), Complex Litigation and Healthcare Salary: $34,000 plus health benefits and simple IRA Please Fax or Email resume & candidate information as Word document with cover letter and salary history to: Connie Traphagen, Personnel Manager Labady and Randolph, LLC 85 Chestnut Ridge Road Suite 118 Montvale, NJ 07645 Fax : (201) 505-1186 Email: ctraphagen@labadyandrandolph.com Paralegal: Minimal to No practical experience Paralegal is responsible for providing support to five (5) in-house attorneys. Job responsibilities include: -Assisting attorneys with all aspects of litigation. -Pre-Litigation: Responsible for the preparation and service of pleadings (summons, complaints and motions) at the instruction of counsel. -Court Filings: Responsible for the filing of pleadings and motions with the courts, as requested. -Drafting correspondence and responsive pleadings. -Discovery: Responsible for the completion of discovery requests propounded by adverse counsel on our clients, follow-up to insure the receipt of discovery we propounded against other parties, secure needed documents and materials, either by subpoena or field assignments. -Record Review: Responsible for the review, summary and analysis of plaintiffs’ medical records and discovery responses. -Trial Preparation: At the instruction of counsel, paralegals are responsible for the preparation of exhibits for trial; responsible for the preparation of verdict sheets and points of change. -Arbitration: Responsible for the preparation of arbitration settlements and preparing attorneys for arbitration hearings at counsel’s request. -Responsible for providing litigation assistance as may be required in a given case. -Processing subpoenas for records. -Maintaining case filing system. -Qualified candidates must have a Paralegal Certificate. -Candidate will be trained in all firm procedures from file maintenance to preparation of pleadings, drafting of responses to interrogatories, preparation of arbitration statements, etc. -Paralegal experience a plus but not required. -Must be proficient in Microsoft Office, with a focus on Word, Excel and Access. Familiarity with Outlook and the Internet. -Once training is complete candidates must be able to work independently, handle deadline pressures and have excellent organizational skills. -Requires ability to interact effectively with both in-house legal team and clients. -Supports the implementation of strategic team objectives. -A focus on client service is a must, together with willingness to be a team player and effective interaction with business units. Please Email resume & candidate information as Word document with cover letter and Salary history to: Connie Traphagen at: ctraphagen@labadyandrandolph.com Or via fax: Attention: Connie Traphagen (Personnel)- 201-505-1186 |
| Date Posted: 08/26/04 Hours: Full-Time Student/Graduate: Either Area of Law: Personal Injury, Employment Law, Long Term Disability, PIP (Personal Injury Protection), Complex Litigation and Healthcare Salary: $35,000 plus health benefits and simple IRA Please Fax or Email resume & candidate information as Word document with cover letter and salary history to: Connie Traphagen, Personnel Manager Labady and Randolph, LLC 85 Chestnut Ridge Road Suite 118 Montvale, NJ 07645 Fax : (201) 505-1186 Email: ctraphagen@labadyandrandolph.com Paralegal: Up to 1 year experience. Paralegal is responsible for providing support to five (5) in-house attorneys. Job responsibilities include: -Assisting attorneys with all aspects of litigation. -Pre-Litigation: Responsible for the preparation and service of pleadings (summons, complaints and motions) at the instruction of counsel. -Court Filings: Responsible for the filing of pleadings and motions with the courts, as requested. -Drafting correspondence and responsive pleadings. -Discovery: Responsible for the completion of discovery requests propounded by adverse counsel on our clients, follow-up to insure the receipt of discovery we propounded against other parties, secure needed documents and materials, either by subpoena or field assignments. -Record Review: Responsible for the review, summary and analysis of plaintiffs’ medical records and discovery responses. -Trial Preparation: At the instruction of counsel, paralegals are responsible for the preparation of exhibits for trial; responsible for the preparation of verdict sheets and points of change. -Arbitration: Responsible for the preparation of arbitration settlements and preparing attorneys for arbitration hearings at counsel’s request. -Responsible for providing litigation assistance as may be required in a given case. -Processing subpoenas for records. -Maintaining case filing system. -Qualified candidates must have a Paralegal Certificate. -Candidate will be trained in all firm procedures from file maintenance to preparation of pleadings, drafting of responses to interrogatories, preparation of arbitration statements, etc. -Must be proficient in Microsoft Office, with a focus on Word, Excel and Access. Familiarity with Outlook and the Internet. -Candidate must be able to work independently, handle deadline pressures and have excellent organizational skills. -Requires ability to interact effectively with both in-house legal team and clients. -Supports the implementation of strategic team objectives. -A focus on client service is a must, together with willingness to be a team player and effective interaction with business units. Please Email resume & candidate information as Word document with cover letter and Salary history to: Connie Traphagen at: ctraphagen@labadyandrandolph.com Or via fax: Attention: Connie Traphagen (Personnel)- 201-505-1186 |
| Date Posted: 08/26/04 Hours: Flexible Student/Graduate: Either Area of Law: Real Estate/Title Insurance Salary: Negotiable Please Fax or Email resume to: Michael J. Moore, Esq. President Moore Title Services, Inc. 50 Broadway Hillsdale, NJ 07642 Fax: (201) 594-9770 Email: MMOOREESQ@aol.com Requirements: Familiarity with Word for Windows. Additionally, our office uses a particular production software, known as Title Express, for data entry and word processing. General office skills. This is a real estate title insurance agency run by attorneys. Professional and comfortable work atmosphere. |
| Date Posted: 09/10/04 Hours: Part Time Student/Graduate: Either Area of Law: General Salary: Negotiable Please Fax or Email resume to: Lane J. Biviano, Esq. Attorney at Law 8 Station Square PO Box 4 Rutherford, NJ 07070 Tel: (201) 933-8080 Fax: (201) 933-5271 Email: LJBattor@skyweb.net www.LaneBiviano.com Immediate Opening for Part Time Paralegal. |
| Date Posted: 09/10/04 Hours: Full Time Student/Graduate: Either Area of Law: General Salary: Negotiable Please Contact: John Tierney 47 Summit Avenue Hackensack, New Jersey 07601 Tel: (201) 488 - 9566 Job Title: Assistant JOB DESCRIPTION The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring timely conversion of dictation into neat, clean and professional legal documents and correspondence, must answer phones with courtesy and a helpful attitude, review mail, and perform various clerical and administrative tasks. Our primary purpose is to ensure excellent work product quickly and professionally while providing availability and accountability to clients. Duties will include typing, reviewing mail, calendaring events, speaking with clients, taking messages, mailing, filing and other support efforts. The successful candidate will be expected to be an excellent typist, disciplined, organized, professional, a team player, self-motivated, and fair minded. SKILLS REQUIRED - Minimum 2 years of work experience with 1 year typing/ secretarial, and client relations experience in a professional atmosphere. - Technically proficient in utilizing dictation playback machines, use of Microsoft office applications, Microsoft word and the like. - Team player. - Self motivated individual. - Goal oriented. - Organizational, planning and time management skills. - Strong interpersonal skills. - Flexible approach. - Good oral and written communication skills EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS Two years college or approved secretarial program. |
| Date Posted: 09/10/04 Hours: Full Time Student/Graduate: Graduate Area of Law: Insurance Defense Salary: Inquire with firm Please refer to website: www.libertymutual.com Then go to Careers and Search Jobs Full time position with in-house counsel for major insurance company. The present opening is in a law office located in Fairfield, NJ. |
| Date Posted: 09/10/04 Hours: Part Time- 5 hours per day, 3-5 days per week Student/Graduate: Either Area of Law: Criminal and Personal Injury Salary: Hourly rate to be set Please Fax resume to: Susan Luciana Luciana & Luciana, P.A. Counselors at Law Justice Building 111 Main Street Hackensack, NJ 07601 Fax: (201) 342-3105 Duties: Client intake, answering interrogatory questions, preparing legal memos and related office work. |
| Date Posted: 09/10/04 Hours: Full Time Student/Graduate: Graduate Area of Law: Civil Litigation Salary: Inquire with firm Please Fax resume to: Robert J. McGuirl 345 Kinderkamack Road Suite A-B Westwood, NJ 07675 Fax: (201) 358-0800 Seeking a detail oriented experienced Paralegal with excellent written and verbal skills to work with minimal supervision at our AV rated Civil Litigation firm in Westwood. |
| Date Posted: 09/10/04 Hours: Part Time Student/Graduate: Either Area of Law: Real Estate & Family Law Salary: $10/hr. Please Send, Fax or Email resume to: Theresa Richardson-Campbell 225 E. 30th St. Paterson, NJ 07514 Tel: (973) 684-1900 Fax: (973) 279-3371 Requirements: Strong real estate interest and/or background. |
| Date Posted: 09/10/04 Hours: Part Time with potential for Full Time Temporary with potential for Permanent Student/Graduate: Either Area of Law: General- Real Estate, Workers Compensation, Family Law, Immigration Salary: Negotiable Please Send, Fax or Email resume to: Robert F. Socha Robert F. Socha, Esq. 840 N. Wood Ave. Linden, NJ 07036 Tel: (908) 486-3200 Fax: (908) 486-2255 Email: RSochaEsq@aol.com Requirements: Bilingual in Polish. Experience in latest in Computer applications. Good typist. Good people skills. |
| Date Posted: 09/17/04 Hours: Full Time Student/Graduate: Graduate Area of Law: Plaintiff’s Persona Injury Salary: Commensurate with skills and experience Please Email resume to: Stephen Raff Raff and Raff, LLP 30 Church Street Paterson, NJ 07505 Email: Stephen@raffandraff.com Paralegal must be bilingual in Spanish with 1-3 years of experience in a law office. General computer and typing skills are a must, as well as being proficient in Microsoft Word. You will be working with the attorneys in the office and on your own. There will be Significant interaction with the clients, insurance companies and other law firms. We offer a Very friendly atmosphere and pleasant work environment. For additional information concerning Our office you may visit our website at: www.raffandraff.com. |
| Date Posted: 09/17/04 Hours: Full Time Student/Graduate: Graduate Area of Law: Contracts & License Agreements Salary: $32,000-$34,000 Please Send or Email resume to: Kristen Kossow Cendant Corporation-Hotel Group 1 Sylvan Way Parsippany, NJ 07054 Tel: (973) 496-7737 Fax: (973) 496-1071 Email: Kristen.Kossow@cendant.com Position: Compliance Specialist Level 1 The Cendant Hotel Group is searching for a Compliance Specialist Level 1 to join its Franchise Administration Department. This position will be responsible for protecting the interest of the Cendant Hotel brands (franchisors/licensors) and the franchisees/licensees based on the agreement established between the two parties. This position will ensure all legal processes are followed and managed to the terms of each license agreement. This includes administering all aspects required within the termination process, maintaining appropriate databases, researching and issuing default notices, preparing amendments to agreements as noted, preparing letters, three party agreements and all general correspondence surrounding the interpretation of the License Agreements. The ideal candidate will have the following combination of education and experience: - 4 year degree in Business or any legal related field. - Paralegal certification desired but not required. - Must be detail oriented. - Proficiency in all aspects of Word including merge document functions, tables and all document production related efficiencies are an absolute. - Must be articulate to converse with attorneys, owners and operators. - Must be able to compose correspondence quickly and accurately. - Must be able to give and receive information over the telephone efficiently/effectively with a professional demeanor. - Minimum 4 years education and 1-2 years of administrative experience |
| Date Posted: 10/01/04 Hours: Full Time- Temporary Student/Graduate: Graduate Area of Law: Intellectual Property Salary: Inquire with firm Please Email resume to: Katherine Frink-Hamlett Email: kfrinkhamlett@meridianlegal.com Recent paralegal graduates welcomed! Excel expertise required for this temporary position managing patent tax annuity and contract administration databases. Successful candidate must be well versed in database administration and will be required to perform database input and detailed reconciliation of numerous records. Candidate also will be required to interface with overseas and DC counterparts so exceptional interpersonal skills are desired. This is an excellent opportunity to work with a prestigious and busy in-house IP department. For immediate consideration please forward your resume to:kfrinkhamlett@meridianlegal.com |
| Date Posted: 10/01/04 Hours: Full Time or Part Time Student/Graduate: Either Area of Law: Personal Injury, Toxic Tort and Commercial Litigation Salary: $10/hr. Please Send, Fax or Email resume to: Gary Intoccia McGivney, Kluger & Gannon 23 Vreeland Road Florham Park, NJ 07932 Tel: (973) 822-1110 Fax: (973) 822-1116 Email: gintoccia@mcgivneyandkluger.com Position is for filing NJ discovery and overseeing discovery in litigation files. |
| Date Posted: 10/01/04 Hours: Full Time Student/Graduate: Graduate Area of Law: Family/Matrimonial Salary: Competitive Please Send, Fax or Email resume to: Melissa Schmieder Budd Larner 150 John F. Kennedy Parkway Short Hills, NJ 07078 Tel: (973) 379-4800 Fax: (973) 315-4456 Email: mschmieder@buddlarner.com Family Law experience a must. Case information statements & guidelines. |
| Date Posted: 10/01/04 Hours: Full Time Student/Graduate: Graduate Area of Law: Reinsurance Salary: $12-$15/hr. Please Send, Fax or Email resume to: Melissa Schmieder Budd Larner 150 John F. Kennedy Parkway Short Hills, NJ 07078 Tel: (973) 379-4800 Fax: (973) 315-4456 Email: mschmieder@buddlarner.com Seeking individual with the following skills: Excellent organizational skills, detail oriented, familiar with MS Word, willing to learn and be a team player in a fast paced environment. |
| Date Posted: 10/01/04 Hours: Full Time Student/Graduate: Either Area of Law: Matrimonial, Probate, Real Estate, Civil Salary: Inquire with firm Please Send or Fax resume to: George F. Surgent Law Office of George F. Surgent 888 Ramapo Valley Rd. Mahwah, NJ 07430 Tel: (201) 825-2300 Fax: (201) 825-2912 0-3 years experience preferred. |
| Date Posted: 10/01/04 Hours: Full Time Student/Graduate: Graduate Area of Law: Personal Injury Salary: Low to Mid 20’s Please Send or Fax resume to: Kenneth Ryan Weiner & Ryan 165 Prospect St. Passaic, NJ 07055 Tel: (973) 471-2300 Fax: (973) 471-0766 Bilingual in Spanish a plus. |
| Date Posted: 10/01/04 Hours: Part Time- Flexible hours Student/Graduate: Either Area of Law: Corporate Salary: Inquire with firm Please Fax or Email resume to: Patrick J. Monaghan, Jr. Monaghan, Monaghan, Lamb & Marchisio Fax: (201) 802-9066 Email: mmlmlawyers@aol.com Looking for a part time Law Clerk for small Montvale NY/NJ Law Firm with large firm experience. |
| Date Posted: 10/01/04 Hours: Full Time Student/Graduate: Graduate Area of Law: Corporate and Commercial Real Estate Salary: Inquire with firm Please Email resume to: Jack Parker Email: jparker@providyn.com Title Paralegal Position Description: This person, in conjunction with another Paralegal, supports more than 10 Attorneys across various legal functions within the Corporate Legal department. This position will focus on corporate and commercial real estate activities. Another key function is to assist the Attorneys with analytical and transactional issues. Position Requirements: The candidate will have 5+ years of experience in a Paralegal position supporting corporate law and commercial real estate functions. The candidate should have in-house counsel and corporate legal firm experience. This individual must possess a Paralegal certification from an ABA accredited institute. The candidate should also possess an Associates' degree or higher level of education and must be proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook and Access). This person should possess a strong analytical aptitude. The candidate must reside within a commutable distance to Murray Hill, NJ. |
| Date Posted: 10/01/04 Hours: Full Time, approximately 32-40 hours Student/Graduate: Graduate Area of Law: General Practice Salary: $22,000-$30,000 Please Fax or Email resume to: Leslie Simon Law Offices of Lawrence M. Simon 1200 E. Ridgewood Avenue, Atrium Level, East Wing Ridgewood, NJ 07450 Fax: (201) 445-3033 Email: Paralegal1@Bergenlaw.com Requirements or Special Skills: Bilingual-Spanish, helpful but not required. Entry level legal secretary for busy practice. The candidate must be able to work independently and be a self-starter. The candidate will also be helping out with the telephone and assist clients on the spot. Candidates must dress in a professional manner. |
| Date Posted: 10/01/04 Hours: Full Time Student/Graduate: Graduate Area of Law: General Salary: Inquire with firm Please Fax or Email resume to: Fax: (973) 882-8821 Email: StacyR@stein-stein.com Busy law firm in Parsippany seeks Full Time motivated individual with Good computer, organizational, and telephone skills. Must be willing to work extra hours when necessary. Fax resumes to 973-882-8821 or E-mail to StacyR@stein-stein.com |
| Date Posted: 10/01/04 Hours: Part Time Student/Graduate: Graduate Area of Law: Family Law, Criminal & Real Estate Salary: Inquire with firm Please Send, Fax or Email resume to: Aglaia Papodopoulos 103 Court House Place Jersey City, NJ 07306 Tel: (201) 876-9700 Fax: (201) 876-9701 Email: vlantes@aol.com Seeking individual with 2 years experience. |
| Date Posted: 10/01/04 Hours: Full Time Student/Graduate: Either Area of Law: Matrimonial, some Commercial, some Real Estate Salary: $32,000+, Depends on experience Please Email resume to: Stephanie Ingino Email: StephanieIngino@hotmail.com Law Firm is located in Cranford, NJ. Duties: -Transcribing dictation received from attorney. - Calendar and confirm appointments, hearings, motions, etc. - Answer telephones for law firm. - Prepare various pleadings for filing with Court. - Coordinate all material necessary to prepare for trial. - Prepare various documents and correspondence to clients, attorneys, Judges, etc. - Process daily bank deposits. - Interact with clients and attorneys via telephone and via e-mails. - Follow up with clients on court deadlines. - Bill clients for time spent on their matter. - Review and process mail on a daily basis. - Schedule meetings, depositions, etc. and follow up same. - Coordinate attorney’s calendar by prioritizing the importance of each event. - Enter data into PC Law database. - Communicate with new clients and prepare new client packages. - Enter Case Information Statements in database and determine client’s present earned income and year-to-date earned income (if not given). - Enter data into PC Law clients, attorneys, and Judges contact information for future reference. - Must have excellent communication and typing skills. |
| Date Posted: 10/01/04 Hours: Full Time Student/Graduate: Graduate Area of Law: Litigation Salary: $15-$20/hr. Please Email resume to: Keith A. McKenna McKenna Mulcahy & McKenna 96 Park Street Montclair, NJ 07042 Tel: (973) 509-0050 Fax: (973) 509-2003 Email: KMcKenna@McKennaMulcahylaw.com |
