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Eisenberg & Baum, LLP

Civil Rights Paralegal

New York, NY · On-site

$50K - $75K/yr

Flexible overtime schedule Preferred * Prior experience in civil rights litigation * 1+ years of paralegal/legal assistant experience RESPONSIBILITIES The successful candidate will support our ...

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Civil Rights Paralegal

Eisenberg & Baum, LLP

New York, NY • On-site

$50K - $75K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Retirement, PTO

Posted 23 days ago

Job description

Our firm seeks two exceptional, full-time, in-person, paralegals to join our dynamic civil rights litigation practice. We are looking for candidates who are passionate about civil rights and committed to advancing justice for underserved communities. 

PRACTICE AREAS

Our federal litigation practice encompasses multiple focuses:

  • Disability Rights (specialized focus on Deaf community rights)
  • Technology Discrimination
  • Employment Discrimination
  • Race and Sex Discrimination
  • Personal Injury
  • Trust & Estates

QUALIFICATIONS

Required:

  • Bachelor's degree
  • Outstanding organizational and technical skills
  • Excellent writing and communication abilities
  • Professional demeanor and commitment to discretion
  • Strong attention to detail and follow-through
  • Ability to work both independently and collaboratively
  • Flexible overtime schedule

Preferred

  • Prior experience in civil rights litigation
  • 1+ years of paralegal/legal assistant experience

RESPONSIBILITIES

The successful candidate will support our attorneys in all aspects of litigation, including:

  • Case management and document preparation
  • Client communication and intake support
  • Court filings and deadline management
  • Legal research and writing
  • Administrative tasks as needed

IDEAL CANDIDATE 

We seek a self-motivated professional who:

  • Demonstrates initiative and problem-solving skills
  • Thrives in a fast-paced litigation environment
  • Shows genuine commitment to civil rights work
  • Maintains exceptional attention to detail
  • Exhibits a collaborative, "can-do" attitude

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS

Please submit:

  1. Resume
  2. Writing sample
  3. Cover letter addressing:
    • Your specific interest in civil rights litigation
    • How your skills and experience prepare you for this role
    • Your approach to managing complex litigation support tasks

Company Description

Eisenberg & Baum, LLP stands at the intersection of civil rights advocacy and innovative legal practice. Founded with a mission to fight discrimination and protect individual rights, our firm has grown into a respected leader in disability rights litigation, with particular expertise in advancing the rights of the Deaf and Hard of Hearing community.
Our attorneys have secured landmark victories in federal courts nationwide, challenging discriminatory practices in healthcare, education, employment, and public accommodations. We take pride in our unique approach: combining aggressive litigation with deep community engagement and cultural competency. Our team includes both hearing and Deaf professionals, reflecting our commitment to authentic representation and understanding of the communities we serve.
Beyond our core focus on Deaf rights, we maintain thriving practices in employment discrimination, disability discrimination, sexual harassment, consumer protection, and civil rights law. Our attorneys regularly collaborate with advocacy organizations, provide community education, and contribute to policy initiatives that shape the future of disability rights.
At Eisenberg & Baum, we foster a collaborative environment where legal excellence meets social impact. Our associates receive hands-on experience in complex federal litigation while working alongside recognized leaders in civil rights law.
Join us in our mission to create lasting change through strategic litigation and advocacy.