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Wilmorite Inc

PARALEGAL

Rochester, NY · On-site

$24 - $27/hr

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 ...

Woods Oviatt Gilman LLP

Patent Paralegal

Rochester, NY · On-site

$60K - $80K/yr

We are seeking a Patent Paralegal with strong analytical skills and keen attention to detail to join our growing Intellectual Property Department. This role focuses on patent matters, supporting ...

Adams Leclair LLP

Litigation Paralegal

Rochester, NY · On-site

$65K - $80K/yr

Position Summary We are seeking an experienced Litigation Paralegal to join our collaborative litigation team. This position will support attorneys in all phases of litigation, including case ...

Collabera

Paralegal

Rochester, NY · On-site

Paralegal Duration: 1 year (may extend) Location: Rochester, NY Summary: Position requires legal research and analytical skills for the allocation of material to a legal hierarchy. Requires ability ...

Friedman Vartolo LLP

Boarding Paralegal

Rochester, NY · On-site

$19.23/hr

The Position The Boarding Paralegal will be responsible for managing the initial stages of foreclosure cases, including data input, document review, and file management. This role involves ensuring ...

Friedman Vartolo LLP

Boarding Paralegal

Rochester, NY · On-site +1

The Position The Boarding Paralegal will be responsible for managing the initial stages of foreclosure cases, including data input, document review, and file management. This role involves ensuring ...

Friedman Vartolo LLP

Boarding Paralegal

Rochester, NY · On-site

$19.23/hr

The Position The Boarding Paralegal will be responsible for managing the initial stages of foreclosure cases, including data input, document review, and file management. This role involves ensuring ...

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How much do sr paralegal jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 1, 2026, the average yearly pay for sr paralegal in Rochester, NY is $73,198.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $57,700.00 and $85,300.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Sr Paralegal?

Sr Paralegals, or Senior Paralegals, are experienced legal professionals who support attorneys by managing complex legal documents, conducting research, and overseeing case preparation. They often supervise junior paralegals, coordinate legal projects, and ensure compliance with legal procedures. Sr Paralegals typically have several years of experience in the field and may specialize in areas such as litigation, corporate law, or real estate. They play a critical role in improving law firm efficiency and client service.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Sr Paralegal?

To thrive as a Sr Paralegal, you need extensive knowledge of legal procedures, research, and documentation, usually backed by a paralegal certificate or relevant degree and several years of experience. Mastery of legal research databases (such as Westlaw or LexisNexis), case management software, and document management systems is typically required. Exceptional attention to detail, organizational skills, and strong written and verbal communication help Sr Paralegals excel in supporting attorneys and managing complex caseloads. These skills are crucial for ensuring legal accuracy, maintaining compliance, and enabling efficient legal operations within a law firm or corporate legal department.

What are some common challenges Sr Paralegals face when managing complex cases, and how can they overcome them?

Sr Paralegals often handle multiple complex cases simultaneously, which can involve managing extensive documentation, tight deadlines, and coordinating with attorneys and clients. One common challenge is ensuring all case materials are organized and accessible, especially when dealing with large volumes of evidence or discovery. To overcome these challenges, Sr Paralegals typically use advanced legal software, maintain detailed checklists, and establish clear communication protocols within their teams. Proactive planning and regular status updates can also help prevent bottlenecks and ensure smooth case progression.

What do senior paralegals do?

Senior paralegals assist attorneys by conducting legal research, preparing documents, managing case files, and overseeing junior staff. They often handle complex tasks, review legal work for accuracy, and may specialize in areas such as litigation, corporate law, or compliance. Strong organizational skills and proficiency with legal software are essential for this role.

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Infographic showing various Sr Paralegal job openings in Rochester, NY as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 96% Full Time, 2% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 83% Physical, 6% Hybrid, and 11% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $73,198 per year, or $35.2 per hour.

Paralegal/FOIL/Temporary (C)

Rochester, NY • On-site

City of Rochester (NY)

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$59K - $78K/yr

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Posted 7 days ago

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General Description This is a paraprofessional position assigned to the City's Law Department responsible for supporting the administration of the City's FOIL (Freedom of Information Law) process which provides the public access to records maintained by the City, with certain exceptions. General supervision is received by a Municipal Attorney and related work is performed as required. This is a Competitive Class position.

The individual selected to fill this vacancy will be given a provisional appointment and will be required to participate in the next Civil Service Examination for this title. A qualified applicant may be provisionally appointed and serve in the position until a Civil Service Examination is administered and an appropriate eligible list can be established to make a permanent appointment in accordance with the Civil Service Rule of Three. (See "http://www.cityofrochester.gov/article.aspx?id=8589935786" Provisional Appointment - FAQ's) If you are already a City employee and have permanent, competitive status in your current position and appointment to this title would result in a provisional appointment in another department, you will lose your previous permanent competitive rights

CITY RESIDENCY WILL BE REQUIRED WITHIN ONE YEAR OF HIRE. Typical Work Activities Assisting in FOIL administration. Duties may include, writing letters to requesters either denying the requests if documents are not eligible to be disclosed or that they will be disclosed at a later time, creating trial folders when necessary, creating FOIL files, entering requests into central databases, locating missing files, filing various types of documents, updating the FOIL database, and maintenance of all FOIL reports; Evaluating all-new FOIL requests for records, locating requested records where possible, or otherwise assigning FOIL requests to the appropriate department to produce responsive records; Reviewing records to determine what is relevant and disclosable under the Public Officers Law, as well as determining what information, if any, is to be redacted and redacting accordingly; Maintaining a complete calendar of statutory FOIL response deadlines for each FOIL request; Preparing a variety of written information on behalf of the department, such as status reports and correspondence; Arranging for pickups or deliveries of records and collecting any statutory fees, if applicable; Communicating with a variety of people, such as attorneys, various City departments, and the general public; Assisting municipal attorneys in the research and preparation of pending legal actions related to FOIL, filing and service of documents, and other support tasks; Conduct legal research using computer accessed legal resources, databases, and other source material such as government records; Serves as Notary Public.

Minimum Qualifications High School diploma or GED; PLUS: A. Associate's degree in Legal Assistant or Paralegal Studies and at least one (1) year of experience (full-time or its part-time equivalent) working as a litigation paralegal in a law firm, legal tribunal, or a legal department of a public or private entity; OR B. Associate or Bachelor's degree and a Certificate of proficiency in Paralegal or Legal Assistant Studies and at least one (1) year of experience as described in A; OR C.

A Certificate of proficiency in Paralegal or Legal Assistant Studies from a paralegal education program approved by the American Bar Association and at least two (2) years of experience as described in A; OR D. At least four (4) years of experience (full-time or its part-time equivalent) working as a litigation paralegal in a law firm, legal tribunal, or a legal department of a public or private entity; SPECIAL REQUIREMENT: Possession of a valid Notary Public license issued by the New York Department of State Division of Licensing Services at time of appointment. This license must be maintained throughout employment in this title.

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