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Negotiator Paralegal Jobs in Rochester, NY (NOW HIRING)

The Paralegal/Legal Assistant provides general administrative and legal support to in-house counsel ... ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: * Assist in the drafting, negotiating, and processing of commercial leases ...

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How much do negotiator paralegal jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 21, 2026, the average yearly pay for negotiator paralegal in Rochester, NY is $70,425.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $53,800.00 and $88,300.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Negotiator Paralegal vs Litigation Paralegal?

AspectNegotiator ParalegalLitigation Paralegal
CredentialsParalegal certification, negotiation skillsParalegal certification, litigation experience
Work EnvironmentNegotiation settings, client meetingsCourtrooms, law firms, legal research
Employer & IndustryLaw firms, corporate legal departmentsLitigation firms, courts, legal departments

Negotiator Paralegals focus on negotiation and settlement processes, often working directly with clients and opposing parties. Litigation Paralegals assist with court filings, legal research, and trial preparation. While both roles require paralegal certification, Negotiator Paralegals emphasize negotiation skills, whereas Litigation Paralegals specialize in litigation procedures. The choice depends on whether you prefer negotiation or courtroom work within the legal industry.

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Infographic showing various Negotiator Paralegal job openings in Rochester, NY as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 69% Full Time, and 31% Part Time. Highlights an 33% In-person, 33% Hybrid, and 34% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $70,425 per year, or $33.9 per hour.

PARALEGAL

Wilmorite Inc

Rochester, NY • On-site

Full-time

Posted 20 hours ago

Posted today


Job description

JOB SUMMARY:

The Paralegal/Legal Assistant provides general administrative and legal support to in-house counsel in representing the company on leasing matters, purchases and sales of real estate, and project development.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

  • Assist in the drafting, negotiating, and processing of commercial leases, amendments, and assignments;
  • Abstract leases and update abstracts as necessary;
  • Assist with all stages of commercial real estate purchases and sales, from contract drafting to title review, to coordinating and preparing for closing;
  • Perform administrative tasks such as maintaining an organized paper and electronic file system; updating lease summary reports; processing internal database updates related to complete agreements; preparing letters and mailings; tracking deadlines
  • Collaborate with in-house counsel to provide general legal support to the leasing department and the company.

OTHER DUTIES:

  • This description is not meant to be an all-inclusive list of duties and responsibilities but constitutes a general definition of position scope.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

  • A minimum of 3 - 5 years’ prior experience as a legal assistant or paralegal in a law firm or in-house corporate setting;
  • Experience with commercial real estate transactions;
  • Bachelor's Degree preferred.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

  • Well organized with strong attention to detail and excellent time management skills;
  • Superior drafting, research, and communication skills;
  • Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively with attorneys, management, leasing agents, tenants, and outside professionals.
  • Ability to think logically in solving problems and applying the appropriate course of action.
  • Excellent computer skills with proficiency in MS Office software (Word and Excel), Outlook and Adobe.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

  • Bending or reaching to organize filing system; occasional lifting of boxes of files.
  • Extensive time at a desk, typing and using office equipment


The salary range listed for this position represents the anticipated compensation based on experience and qualifications and may vary depending on internal factors and applicable laws.