Top 808 Legal assistant Jobs in Cedarhurst Ny

Residential Real Estate Paralegal
Kwast Law PLLC —New York, NY
- $65,000 - $85,000 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Mid-level
- 401(k)
- Paid time off
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Personal Injury Paralegal
Awad & Baker, PLLC —Garden City, NY
- $65,000 - $85,000 a year
- 8 hour shift
- Hybrid work
- Mid-level
- In-person
- 2 years
- Health savings account
- Health insurance
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Spanish Speaking Litigation Paralegal
Block O'Toole & Murphy, LLP —New York, NY
- $60,000 - $100,000 a year
- Email
- Hybrid work
- Spanish
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Paralegal
Selip & Stylianou, LLP —Woodbury, NY
- $20 an hour
- Full-time
- US work authorization
- In-person
- Communication skills
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Experienced Trust & Estate Paralegal
Russo Law Group, PC —Garden City, NY
- $65,000 - $95,000 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- 3 years
- Bachelor's degree
- Health savings account
- Health insurance
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Legal Assistant
Rockville Centre Law Firm —Rockville Centre, NY
- $22 - $28 an hour
- Full-time
- Spanish
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
- Health savings account
- Health insurance
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Legal Assistant
Jacobowitz Newman Tversky LLP —Cedarhurst, NY
- From $55,000 a year
- Email
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Bachelor's degree
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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Legal Assistant
Northwell Health —New Hyde Park, NY
- $51,830 - $79,300 a year
- Full-time
- Word processing
- Mid-level
- Office
Legal Assistant/Paralegal
Law Offices of Bhairam —Queens, NY
- From $20 an hour
- Part-time
- Office
- In-person
- Communication skills
- Free parking
- Flexible schedule
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Legal Assistant
Litwack & Cherrick —Bayside, NY
- $25 - $30 an hour
- Part-time
- Writing skills
- Mid-level
- Project management
- Paid time off
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Personal Injury Law Firm - Paralegal / legal scheduling coordinator
ROYTBLAT LAW GROUP PLLC —Great Neck, NY
- $48,089.57 - $61,527.23 a year
- Full-time
- US work authorization
- In-person
- Senior level
- Paid time off
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Personal Injury Litigation Paralegal
Gabriel Law Firm PC —Rockville Centre, NY
- $70,000 - $80,000 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- US work authorization
- Organizational skills
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
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Trademark Paralegal
Confidential —New York, NY
- From $90,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Background check
- 5 years
- Bachelor's degree
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Personal Injury Paralegal
Personal Injury Law Firm —Great Neck, NY
- $50,000 - $75,000 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- In-person
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Assistant Legal Counsel
FSA Capital LLC —Flushing, NY
- $65,000 - $100,000 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Writing skills
- Health insurance
- Flexible spending account
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Probate/ Estates Paralegal
Stephen Bilkis & Associates —Baldwin, NY
- From $30 an hour
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Microsoft Office
- 3 years
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
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Pre-Litigation Paralegal - Auto Accident Cases
Belushin Law Firm, P.C. —Brooklyn, NY
- $60,000 - $75,000 a year
- Full-time
- Spanish
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Paid time off
- Paid sick time
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Pre-Litigation Paralegal/Legal Assistant - Case Processing
Personal Injury Law Firm —Great Neck, NY
- $55,000 - $65,000 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Data entry
- In-person
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10d
Lien Clerk
Law Offices of Michael S. Lamonsoff —New York, NY
- $36 - $41 an hour
- Full-time
- Background check
- Mid-level
- 3 years
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
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9d
Administrative Legal Assistant
The Fink Law Firm PC —Nassau County, NY
- $25.28 - $30.44 an hour
- Full-time
- Writing skills
- Mid-level
- Administrative experience
- Wellness program
- Disability insurance
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Residential Real Estate Paralegal

Kwast Law PLLC
New York, NY

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Job Details

Full-time
$65,000 - $85,000 a year

Benefits

401(k)
Paid time off
Work from home
401(k) matching
Paid sick time

Qualifications

Teamwork
Microsoft Excel
Microsoft Outlook
Title defect identification
Mortgage closing and funding
Practice management software
Property surveys
Legal firm experience
Administrative experience
Schedule management
Bachelor's degree
Contracts
Law office experience
Digital project management boards
Public records
Certified Notary Public
Document viewing software
Due diligence
Legal due diligence experience
Adobe Acrobat
Local tax

Full Job Description

NO CALLS NO SOLICITERS/RECRUITERS

About Kwast Law

Kwast Law is a boutique residential real estate law firm based in Midtown Manhattan. We provide comprehensive transactional legal services to buyers, sellers, and investors across New York City and the surrounding region. Our practice is fast-paced, client-centered, and built on a foundation of meticulous attention to detail, clear communication, and deep expertise in New York real estate law. We are a collaborative team that takes pride in guiding clients through one of the most significant financial transactions of their lives.

Position Overview

The Residential Real Estate Paralegal supports attorneys in all aspects of residential purchase and sale transactions, from pre-contract through post-closing. This individual will manage multiple active files simultaneously, maintain rigorous deadline tracking, communicate directly with clients and third parties, and prepare and review a wide variety of transactional documents.

The ideal candidate brings 3–5 years of hands-on residential real estate paralegal experience in a New York City law firm environment, is comfortable working in a busy transactional practice, and thrives in a role that demands both independent initiative and seamless teamwork.

Key Responsibilities

Transaction Management & Client Communication

Serve as a primary point of contact for clients throughout the transaction lifecycle, from contract signing through post-closing follow-up
Update clients proactively at each phase of the transaction, managing expectations and addressing questions in a timely, professional manner
Coordinate with buyers, sellers, lenders, brokers, managing agents, co-op boards, and opposing counsel to facilitate transactions and meet all contingency deadlines
Monitor all active files simultaneously, track critical deadlines (mortgage contingency, CEMA, board approval, closing date), and flag issues to supervising attorneys in advance
Maintain organized digital and physical file management using Practice Panther, Monday.com, and the firm’s document systems

Contract Preparation & Document Drafting

Prepare retainer agreements and new client intake forms from firm templates; ensure completeness and accuracy prior to attorney review and execution
Prepare purchase and sale contracts, contract riders, and related agreements from firm templates for residential transactions including co-ops, condos, townhouses, and single-family homes
Draft closing documents including closing agreements, closing statements (ACRIS filings), affidavits, escrow agreements, possession agreements, and transfer documents; check all documents for accuracy, completeness, and consistency prior to attorney review
Draft cover letters and transactional correspondence to lenders, managing agents, brokers, opposing counsel, and other third parties

Title, Due Diligence & Lien Search Management

Order title reports, title updates, and lien searches; review and analyze title commitments and exception documents
Identify title issues (open mortgages, judgment liens, violations, mechanic’s liens, unpaid taxes) and coordinate resolution with title companies and attorneys
Review surveys and flag encroachments, easements, or boundary issues requiring legal attention
Conduct due diligence for co-op and condo purchases, including reviewing board minutes, financial statements, house rules, proprietary leases, and offering plans
Reach out to managing agents for questionnaires and maintenance/common charge confirmation letters; compile and analyze responses
Coordinate CEMA (Consolidation, Extension & Modification Agreement) transactions with lenders and title companies

Closing Preparation & Attendance

Prepare comprehensive closing packages including all required documents, affidavits, transfer tax returns, and ACRIS filing documents
Attend and/or assist at residential closings, explain closing documents to clients in plain language, and ensure all parties sign and execute documents correctly
Coordinate closing logistics including scheduling, confirming wire instructions, and ensuring all conditions to closing are satisfied in advance
Serve as notary public for document execution at closings and as needed throughout transactions
Ensure proper recording and filing of deeds, mortgages, and other instruments post-closing

Post-Closing & Administrative Functions

Manage post-closing matters including confirmation of recording, distribution of final title policies, and closing binder preparation
Answer and screen client and third-party phone calls; route and respond to incoming communications across all active files
Maintain and update client and matter records in Practice Panther and Monday.com

Qualifications & Requirements

Required

3–5 years of paralegal experience in residential real estate law, specifically in a New York City law firm setting
Bachelor’s degree or Paralegal certificate from an ABA-approved program
Demonstrated experience managing the full lifecycle of residential purchase and sale transactions (co-op, condo, and/or townhouse/single-family)
Proficiency with title report review, lien search analysis, and identification of title defects
Strong working knowledge of New York City real estate transfer documents, ACRIS filings, and applicable transfer tax requirements
Experience conducting co-op/condo due diligence
Active Notary Public commission in the State of New York (or willingness and eligibility to obtain prior to start)
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) and Adobe Acrobat
Familiarity with legal practice management software (Practice Panther preferred) and project tracking tools (Monday.com preferred)
Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to manage and prioritize multiple active files and deadlines simultaneously
Excellent written and verbal communication skills; polished, professional client-facing demeanor
Strong attention to detail with a commitment to accuracy in document preparation and review

Pay: $65,000.00 - $85,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k)
401(k) matching
Paid sick time
Paid time off
Work from home

Work Location: In person

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