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Landlord-Tenant and Collections Paralegal

Fairstead ESC LLC
Location
Brooklyn, New York, United States
Posted
1 month ago
Department
Operations - Site
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • Bachelor’s degree
  • Minimum of 3 - 5 years of experience as a paralegal or similar role in either a law firm or in-house legal department, with a focus on New York landlord-tenant law
  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and case management tools
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Nice to have
  • Knowledge of legal and laws and regulations related to affordable housing, tenant rent vouchers and NYCHA compliance preferred, but not required
What the job really is

The Landlord-Tenant and Collections Paralegal at Fairstead will serve as a liaison between ownership, property managers, and outside counsel on landlord-tenant disputes and related legal matters. Responsibilities include maintaining records of legal matters, collaborating with property management to gather documentation, assisting with drafting correspondence, and ensuring compliance with court requirements. The role requires proactive communication and organization to effectively manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits
  • Generous employer contribution for Employer Paid Vision Plans
  • Company Matched 401(k) Retirement Plan: 100% of the first 3%; 50% of the next 2%
  • 12+ paid Holidays
  • 15 days of PTO
  • 7 Sick days
  • Employer Paid Life Insurance
Things to weigh
  • Full time in-person role based out of management office in Brooklyn, NY
  • Exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience, and location, but salary range is $90,000 — $95,000 USD
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