ZipRecruiter

Log In

1

Paralegal In Nyc Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Brody Law Group PLLC

Be Seen First

Defense Litigation Paralegal

New York, NY · On-site

$65K - $85K/yr

Brody Law Group, an established NYC insurance defense firm has multiple opportunities for experienced Paralegals . With offices in New York City and Huntington on Long Island, the Paralegal has the ...

Brody Law Group PLLC

Be Seen First

Defense Litigation Paralegal

New York, NY · On-site

$65K - $85K/yr

Brody Law Group, an established NYC insurance defense firm has multiple opportunities for experienced Paralegals . With offices in New York City and Huntington on Long Island, the Paralegal has the ...

Genesis Global

Senior Paralegal - NYC

New York, NY · On-site

$140K/yr

Senior Paralegal - NYC A global law firm is seeking a Senior Paralegal. This person will be ... third parties in connection with restructuring matters • Promoting effective work practices ...

R & W Group

Litigation Paralegal - NY

New York, NY · Hybrid

$84K - $138K/yr

Are you in the NYC area? If so, R & W Group has a great new opportunity! One of our favorite law firm clients is looking for a Litigation Paralegal to join their team in NYC. This is a new position ...

Soni Resources

Paralegal

New York, NY · On-site

$25 - $28/hr

We are partnering with a NYC law firm in their search for Surrogate Paralegal. The Paralegal will be responsible for assisting in the representation of estates in surrogate court. Responsibilities:

ITE MGMT

Legal and Compliance Paralegal (2026)

New York, NY · On-site

$100K - $130K/yr

Today, the firm manages nearly $12bn of assets globally across rail, intermodal, aviation, and emerging technology strategies with office locations in NYC, Chicago and St. Louis. The Paralegal will ...

next page

Showing results 1-20

All JobsParalegal In Nyc Jobs

Paralegal In Nyc information

See salary details

$33K

$59.7K

$89K

How much do paralegal in nyc jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for paralegal in nyc in the United States is $59,731.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $48,000.00 and $68,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Paralegal In Nyc vs Legal Assistant?

AspectParalegal In NycLegal Assistant
CredentialsTypically requires a paralegal certificate or associate degreeOften requires a high school diploma; some may have a certificate
Work EnvironmentWorks in law firms, corporate legal departments, often handling substantive legal tasksSupports attorneys with administrative tasks, less involved in legal research
Employer & Industry UsageCommonly employed in law firms, government agencies, corporate legal teamsFound in similar settings but with more administrative focus
Search & Comparison IntentOften searched by those seeking legal career roles with substantive responsibilitiesUsually searched by those interested in legal support roles with administrative duties

In summary, a Paralegal In Nyc typically has more legal training and handles substantive legal work, while a Legal Assistant focuses more on administrative support. Both roles are vital in legal settings but differ in responsibilities and required credentials.

More about Paralegal In Nyc jobs
What cities are hiring for Paralegal In Nyc jobs? Cities with the most Paralegal In Nyc job openings:
What states have the most Paralegal In Nyc jobs? States with the most job openings for Paralegal In Nyc jobs include:
What job categories do people searching Paralegal In Nyc jobs look for? The top searched job categories for Paralegal In Nyc jobs are:
Paralegal In Nyc jobs near you

Administrative Law Paralegal

SMYTH LEVENSON LLP

Manhattan, NY • On-site

$75K - $125K/yr

Full-time

Posted 6 days ago

Job description

Job description:

Smyth Levenson LLP is a NYC real estate law firm exclusively representing property owners, developers, investors, management companies, and cooperative/ condominium boards. Our practice spans landlord-tenant litigation, DHCR and DHPD administrative proceedings, due diligence, and real estate transactions. We move fast, work closely with our clients, and hold ourselves to a high standard of responsiveness and results.
Position Overview
We are seeking a Senior Administrative Law Paralegal to support our attorneys across Housing Court litigation, DHCR/DHPD proceedings, and transactional due diligence. This is a high-volume, detail-intensive role for someone who knows New York landlord-tenant law and administrative procedure.
Core Responsibilities
DHCR & Rent Regulation
  • Prepare filings for DHCR proceedings including MBR applications, rent overcharge responses, lease renewal complaints, Substantial Rehabilitation applications and other Administrative proceedings.
  • Assist with Certificate of No Harassment (CONH) and DHPD applications and responses
  • Research rent stabilization history and DHCR docket records.
  • Draft correspondence and responses to agency inquiries
  • Track regulatory deadlines and manage administrative dockets
  • Due Diligence (Acquisitions & Dispositions)
  • Compile and analyze rent rolls, lease abstracts, and rent stabilization registrations
  • Research HPD violation history, open permits, ECB violations, and DOB records
  • Review DHCR rent histories and flag overcharge exposure or deregulation issues
  • Prepare due diligence summaries and closing checklists for attorney review
  • Coordinate with title companies, managing agents, and opposing counsel on document collection

  • Minimum 4 years of paralegal experience in NYC landlord-tenant, real estate, or administrative law
  • Demonstrated experience with DHCR filings and Housing Court proceedings required
  • Proficiency with NYSCEF, NYC Housing Court e-filing, HPD Online, and DOB BIS
  • Strong working knowledge of the Rent Stabilization Law and Code, and DHCR Operational Bulletins
  • Excellent organizational skills and ability to manage competing deadlines across a high-volume docket
  • Associate's or Bachelor's degree required; ABA-approved paralegal certificate a plus
  • Notary Public commission preferred